Microsoft Readies ‘A1′ Security Subscription Service

Microsoft’s anti-virus/anti-spyware strategy is taking shape. Sources say Redmond’s prepping a fee-based bundle, which could go beta soon.



Publicly, Microsoft continues to be cagey about packaging and pricing plans for its anti-spyware and anti-virus solutions. But privately, Microsoft has begun informing partners of its plans for a security subscription service code-named “A1,” according to developers who requested anonymity.

Microsoft bought anti-virus vendor GeCAD in the summer of 2003, and anti-spyware maker Giant Company Software last month. As to how it plans to deliver these technologies, Microsoft has declined to give specifics. How/when/if it will repackage GeCAD’s technology remains uncertain. Ditto for Giant’s a€” although according to the Windows enthusiast site Neowin, Microsoft is expected to field its first anti-spyware beta based on Giant’s technology this week. Neowin said the anti-spyware beta is code-named “Atlanta.”ADVERTISEMENT

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