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07/05/2004. European market leader in photo, video, audio multimedia software and the international IT security software developer have teamed up to help users protect their computers from viruses and intruders

Panda Software and MAGIX have formed a strategic international alliance that will allow clients of the German developer and publisher of personal rich media software around the world to access the best possible resources to protect their computers against the growing threat of viruses and intruders. The global agreement between the two leading companies involves a series of exciting initiatives to be launched in the near future.

The alliance between Panda Software and MAGIX has arisen out of the need for an answer to the increasing number of IT threats in circulation and the danger they represent to computers and the information contained on them, including multimedia creations. Photo, video and audio applications experience a rapidly rising popularity resulting in an increasing exchange of data, that need to be protected. The co-operation between Panda and MAGIX combines the knowledge of two leading European companies concerning virus and intrusion prevention and rich media applications, and therefore provides ultimate protection for the largest number of users possible. “The year 2004 has seen the constant proliferation of new viruses –such as Netsky, Sasser, etc.- that spread rapidly and can have disastrous consequences for users,” says Jose Maria Hernandez, VP international expansion at Panda Software. “This is why the kind of joint initiative we are launching with MAGIX, number one in photo, video and audio software sales in Europe, is so important,” he adds.

Jürgen Jaron, MAGIX’s CEO said, ˝We are very pleased to collaborate with a leading European company in virus and intrusion prevention. Panda Software provides us with first class protection that fits perfectly into our portfolio of services. The creation, editing and exchange of photos, videos and music offered by MAGIX programs benefit from the best security possible, as contributed by Panda Software.˝

To protect as many users as possible from viruses and intrusions, Panda Software and MAGIX will be carrying out a series of initiatives in the coming months. MAGIX will also be including an antivirus channel on its web pages which will include a range of resources provided by the leading IT security company such as news about the latest malicious code detected and up-to-the minute information about the more than 6070,000 viruses in existence. This will keep MAGIX clients fully up-to-date on the situation regarding malicious code and help them protect their computers accordingly.

About MAGIX

MAGIX (http://www.magix.com) is a principal pioneer of innovative rich media products for professional and consumer markets, and a worldwide market leader in photo, video and audio applications combined with multimedia content and online services[1]. In addition to its full line of personal rich media products, MAGIX offers its professional applications, Samplitude and Sequoia, to audio production studios and broadcast stations. MAGIX is the worldwide technology leader in Personal Rich Media. Personal Rich Media allows consumers to convert, edit, create and publish digital media, including video, photos and music, making it possible for users of all ages and experience levels to create, share and publish their own rich media content. MAGIX, with its worldwide subsidiaries, is the only international company to offer a full range of photo, video and audio solutions with content and services for broadband, B2B and consumer markets.

[1] According to retail sales as reported by Media Control Trend Charts 2003 Germany (PC/CD-ROM Non-Games), GFK Charts 2003 Non-Games (France, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy), Charttrack Annual 2003 United Kingdom, and NPD Charts 2003 (USA), Future Retail Panel UK, Italy, Spain, Scandinavia . MAGIX has sold the most products in the segments video-, photo-, and music software.

About Panda Software

Panda Software (http://www.pandasoftware.com), a world leader in virus and intrusion prevention, offers unrivalled proactive security solutions for all types of users, from the largest corporations through small and medium-sized companies to home users. Its corporate products offer hassle-free automatic and centralized administration and provide network-wide protection, via multi-layer security technology, to ensure uniform protection across the enterprise, from remote users and workstations to mail gateways and internal and perimeter servers. Panda Software´s solutions have received awards and quality certifications from the sector´s most widely-respected organizations, including ICSA Labs and Checkmark and its commitment to customer service, innovative products, and the pioneering concept of 24h-365d tech support have revolutionized the IT security industry.

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2004-07-06 10:22

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