Linksys and Trend Micro bring advanced Internet security capabilities to small businesses

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Main features:
- Anti-spam filters inbound email for spam, viruses, spyware, bots, phishing, and other malware.
- Web Reputation helps users determine which sites are safe to visit and blocks known unsafe sites.
- URL filtering blocks out inappropriate or non-work related Web sites that could expose employees to offensive Web content known to distribute malware.

Availability
Linksys by Cisco Business Series routers with Trend Micro ProtectLink Gateway will be available through select retailers, major distributors and channel partners.

For more information about the product please visit www.Linksys.com

The Linksys Edge
Linksys has elevated Business Series products to specifically appeal to small business owners, high growth industries or those organizations that merely want a robust solution that can continually perform. Linksys relies on channel and distribution partners to provide end-users with the solutions to help seamlessly integrate or create their own networking requirements.

The Linksys by Cisco Business Series of products, one component of the overall Cisco SMB offering, can provide an integrated approach to small business networking. By offering training, support, programs and the largest product catalogue for networking, VoIP, storage and services, customers can find the solutions they require backed by the largest networking provider in the industry.

About Linksys
Founded in 1988, Linksys, a Division of Cisco, (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the recognized global leader in voice, Wireless and Ethernet networking for consumer, SOHO and small business users. Linksys is dedicated to making networking easy and affordable for its customers, offering innovative, award-winning products that seamlessly integrate with a variety of devices and applications. Linksys provides award-winning product support to its customers.

About Trend Micro
Trend Micro Incorporated, a global leader in Internet content security, focuses on securing the exchange of digital information for businesses and consumers. A pioneer and industry vanguard, Trend Micro is advancing integrated threat management technology to protect operational continuity, personal information, and property from malware, spam, data leaks and the newest Web threats. Its flexible solutions, available in multiple form factors, are supported 24/7 by threat intelligence experts around the globe. A transnational company, with headquarters in Tokyo, Trend Micro's trusted security solutions are sold through its business partners worldwide. For more information, visit www.trendmicro.com.

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