New BankALARM provides Real-Time Online Security for Late Adopter PC Users

MeterNet launches BankALARM: simple to use security software that delivers powerful protection against Hacker Attacks and Identity Theft

Reno, NV and Long Beach, CA-July 22, 2003 -- With over thirty-five million people now using their personal computer to bank online every month, it's not surprising there has been a dramatic increase in identity theft cases over the last 24 months. It has been estimated that 57% of all hacking attacks are financial related and identity theft cases will double by the year 2005.

Every personal computer has a large number of software "Service Ports" that are available every time the PC communicates or surfs via the Internet. However, hackers with rouge scanners find ways to access computers using these "Service Ports" without user knowledge. Identity thieves can use these sophisticated tools to gain access to user's computers to capture private information and passwords.

New BankALARM is powerful real-time security software and update service that helps to protect personal identity online by providing real-time network monitoring, program filtering, spyware detection and port control. BankALARM enables consumers to establish their own Client Intruder Detection System (C_IDS) for each personal computer which tracks all activity with optional lock down and cloak settings.

BankALARM protects in the background from an easy-to-read control panel with simple click-on, click-off navigation. BankALARM appeals to late adopters who find other security products too complex to understand, set-up or operate.  Control panel screen link

BankALARM provides tighter control & advanced Real-Time security to improve online defense for all computer users, beginner to expert. Annual subscriptions cost $49.00 per computer per year and can be ordered online securely using PayPal at http://bankalarm.com Customers receive a BankALARM CD-ROM shipped directly to register their personal computer (WinXP required).

About MeterNet
Formed in 1996, privately held MeterNet Corporation develops and markets Web Services, Integrated Programs and Internet Devices. The Company uses its own brands, including BankALARM, SimpleBox and PremiumCD, or utilizes customer private brands. Past-satisfied clients include Ziff-Davis, America Online, Alta Vista, Shopping.com and IBM.

Links:
http://bankalarm.com/
http://meternet.com