June 20, 2008 Doctor Web, Ltd. – the Russian developer of IT security solutions branded Dr.Web – and FlexNet LLC – the largest broadband ISP in the Moscow region – introduce the Dr.Web anti-virus service. It is another instance of successful deployment of Dr.Web AV Desk.

Dr.Web AV-Desk is an Internet service that allows ISPs to deliver anti-virus protection to an unlimited number of subscribers – both home users and companies. It also provides a mechanism for centralized management of the service delivery. Dr.Web AV-Desk is a robust and efficient tool supplying anti-virus and anti-spam protection to users regardless of their geographical location.

The anti-virus protection service provided by means of Dr.Web AV-Desk dramatically decreases the level of infection in networks of a provider. “High viral activity onr PCs of home users and small businesses becomes a headache for every broadband ISP. As a rule they don’t have enough money or are simply unaware of the threat. In our case the problem arose when sometimes we were even unable to deliver services of a proper quality to subscribers due to the infection of our networks. As we searched for a solution we came across with Dr.Web AV-Desk. We have completed testing and the results are encouraging. Infection level dropped significantly in the segment of the network in testing”, – Aleksey Morozov the chief technical officer of FlexNet said.

“Deployment of Dr.Web AV-Desk at providers rapidly expands the client base of our company – Valentine Fedotov, the business development manager of Doctor Web, Ltd. tells – This increased client base also increases our responsibility for those who trust us with the security of their information. Skilled technical support staff is one of the keys to a successful deployment of the service because these people are on the front line assisting users. I'm glad to admit that FlexNet are not just aware of information security issues but also have very well trained tech staff”.

The Dr.Web anti-virus service will be available to all subscribers in FlexNet networks free of charge. The service can be enabled along with the Internet subscription. The company is sure that Dr.Web AV-Desk will contribute to the better security and increased loyalty of customers.

About FlexNet
FlexNet has been operating on the telecom market since 1997. The company became one of the first providers in the Moscow region that built a wireless network which comprises over 90 base stations in the network. Wireless services include data transfers, Internet access and telecom channels. Currently the company has over 3000 wireless subscribers and is rated among five largest wireless operators in Russia. IN ccoperation with partners FlexNet provides broadband Internet in local networks with the client base exceeding 50 000 subscribers.