New version of Microsoft Security Essentials is now available!

Microsoft has released the beta for the next version of Microsoft Security Essentials. The software, Security Essentials, is a free toolset for any Windows user to protect themselves from the malware that plagues the world of Windows computing.

Microsoft Security Essentials is a free download from Microsoft that is simple to install, easy to use, and always kept up to date so you can be assured your PC is protected by the latest technology. It’s easy to tell if your PC is secure – when you’re green, you’re good. It’s that simple. New features in the beta of Microsoft Security Essentials include:

• Windows Firewall integration – During setup, Microsoft Security Essentials will now ask if you would like to turn the Windows Firewall on or off.

• Enhanced protection for web-based threats – Microsoft Security Essentials now integrates with Internet Explorer to provide protection against web-based threats.

• New protection engine – The updated anti-malware engine offers enhanced detection and cleanup capabilities with better performance.

• Network inspection system – Protection against network-based exploits is now built in to Microsoft Security Essentials.

To download the beta of Microsoft Security Essentials, click here to visit the Microsoft Connect page to register for the beta. Once completed – you will find the instructions for downloading and installing the beta.

Source : MicrosoftFeed.com