REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Dec. 10, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Support.com, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPRT), a leading provider of cloud-based technology services and software, today announced availability of SUPERAntiSpyware^® 5.7, the latest version of the popular anti-malware software with over 40 million downloads to date. SUPERAntiSpyware 5.7 provides secure removal of unwanted applications by consumers and technicians, as well as providing an even easier user interface.

"SUPERAntiSpyware is an extremely effective tool that detects spyware that other security products miss," said Grant Passmore, Libra I.T. "The latest release of SUPERAntiSpyware 5.7 will make it possible for me to go the extra mile for my customers by targeting and more easily removing malicious as well as unwanted applications running on their machines."

SUPERAntiSpyware Overview

SUPERAntiSpyware is an advanced security application that detects and removes Spyware, Malware, Rootkits, Trojans, Hijackers, and other malicious threats. SUPERAntiSpyware was designed to work in tandem with a customer's existing anti-malware and / or anti-virus solution for a layered approach to security, and has a 5-star (Spectacular) rating from CNET. Key features of SUPERAntiSpyware:

• Advanced detection and removal of Spyware, Adware, Malware, Trojans, Dialers, Worms, Keyloggers, HiJackers, Parasites, Rootkits, rogue security products and many other types of threats.
• Works seamlessly with existing anti-virus and anti-spyware software solutions.
• Designed not to slow down your computer by being light on system resources, unlike other anti-spyware products.
• Provides real-time blocking of threats and prevents potentially harmful software from installing or re-installing.
• First chance prevention examines over 50 critical points of your system every time you startup or shutdown to eliminate threats before they have a chance to infect and infiltrate.
• Allows you to schedule scans to run daily or weekly to ensure your computer is safe.
• Business, professional, education and enterprise licensing available.

What's New in SUPERAntiSpyware Version 5.7

The new version of SUPERAntiSpyware provides a number of benefits for customers and technicians:

• Identification of potentially unwanted programs and secure removal.
• Places key tools, such as quarantine management, scan logs, and repair features in one place with a cleaner toolkit interface.
• Streamlines self-service licensing for an easier path to retrieving and resetting license keys.

"With over 40 million downloads, our SUPERAntiSpyware remains one of the most widely used anti-spyware applications available on the market," said Support.com CEO, Josh Pickus. "The new features we are announcing today will enhance both the customer and technician experience."

SUPERAntiSpyware 5.7 is available directly from http://www.superantispyware.com/ or via Support.com channel partners, which include communication providers, retailers, technology companies and others.

About Support.com

Support.com, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPRT) is a leading provider of cloud-based services and software that power premium technology support programs and technical support organizations. Our premium technology support programs help leading brands create new revenue streams and deepen customer relationships. Our cloud-based Nexus^® Service Platform powers companies to resolve connected technology issues quickly, boost their support productivity, and dramatically improve their customer experience. Our services and software are marketed to channel partners, including leading communications providers, retailers, technology companies and others. We also offer a wide range of easy-to-use software products designed to maintain, optimize and secure computers and mobile devices. For more information, please visit us at: www.support.com.

Support.com, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, visit http://www.support.com/about/careers.

Copyright © 2013 Support.com, Inc. All rights reserved. Nexus and SUPERAntiSpyware are trademarks or registered trademarks of Support.com, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

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