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Microsoft Buys GIANT software (Spyware remover)

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Windexx

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Dec 18, 2003
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Microsoft now in the spyware removal business...



REDMOND, Wash. -- Dec. 16, 2004 -- Microsoft Corp. today announced that it has acquired GIANT Company Software Inc., a provider of top-rated anti-spyware and Internet security products. Microsoft will use intellectual property and technology assets from the acquisition to provide Microsoft® Windows® customers with new tools to help protect them from the threat of spyware and other deceptive software. In addition, key personnel from GIANT Company will be joining Microsoft's security efforts.
 
There will be a public beta of the revamped product.
 
Just when I find a product I like Microsoft has to buy it!!
 
Is it correct that microsoft will charge for their new spyware software?

 
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