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Adobe, Symantec Team Up for Online Protection

Adobe and Symantec have teamed up to simplify the accessibility of tools to increase PC safety and security for Internet users. Initially, the two companies will offer a complimentary trial and the option of special pricing for the Norton Internet Security 2006 suite to users who are downloading the latest version of Adobe Reader. Symantec's Norton and Adobe Reader software, which -- together with Adobe's Macromedia Flash Player -- are installed on 600 million connected PCs and devices worldwide.

"Adobe's trusted PDF document format and Symantec's strong track record of security and protection remove barriers to consumers getting the most out of using the Internet," said Kurt Garbe, vice president of Platform, Adobe Systems. "This joint effort is the first step in a growing relationship with Symantec. Combining Adobe's broad reach with Symantec's award-winning PC security software will help make the Internet a safer place for people to access and engage with the information and services they need."

Both companies have worked to establish new standards in security. Adobe has set the bar for delivering protected digital documents and experiences while Symantec has pioneered solutions to deliver Internet and data security capabilities that work seamlessly to protect customers' computers from virus outbreaks and malicious hacker attacks.

"Symantec estimates that 30-40% of all connected consumer systems are not adequately protected," said Enrique Salem, senior vice president, consumer products and solutions, Symantec. "Our relationship with Adobe offers the broadest possible group of consumers a new avenue to protect their PCs online in a quick, cost-effective way."


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