Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2009 is essentially a new approach to data security. The main feature of the application is restricting the programs\' rights to access system resources. It helps prevent unwanted actions by suspicious and hazardous programs. The application\'s capabilities in the protection of user\'s confidential data have been considerably enhanced. The application now includes wizards and tools which substantially facilitate execution of specific computer protection tasks.

Functions performed by Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2009:

* Blocking of all known malware types. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2009 uses databases of malware signatures updated every hour for efficient protection of its users against all currently known malicious programs.

* Proactive defense against new threats of any kind. Behavior emulation in isolated virtual environment for unknown applications, restriction of their access to system resources and constant monitoring of their activity are employed to protect users against new malicious program that the anti-virus laboratory has not inspected yet.

* Prevention of potential threats. Search and analysis of vulnerabilities in software installed on host computer (including Microsoft Internet Explorer) allow maintaining system security on an adequate level preventing exploits of potential threats.

* New wizards and special task monitors have been added for simpler and more convenient user interaction with the application. Their performance in step-by-step mode makes user work much easier.

Installation
To install the application, launch the installation file and follow the setup wizard. At the end of the setup procedure the wizard may suggest system restart, but depends on the application components selected for installation.
1. During the setup procedure Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2009 detects and allows you to remove programs, which can slow down user computer (or even be totally unable to work properly) if used together with the application.

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