To address the growing security and management needs of today"s new PC user, Microsoft is working with 11 original equipment manufacturers, including Sony Corporation of America and Toshiba Asia Pacific to preinstall trial subscriptions of Windows Live OneCare on select new PCs across North America, Europe and Asia. Windows Live OneCare provides all-in-one security and anti-malware protection for consumers and small businesses along with tools that automate and simplify PC management and performance.
"Microsoft and Sony share the same goal of helping our customers get the most from their PC experience," said Xavier Lauwaert of VAIO product marketing at Sony Electronics. "Through this alliance, Windows Live OneCare will provide our customers with a simple solution to help them maintain and secure their new PC."