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  UnInstallerÔ Deluxe "Sweeps" the Competition - Offers the Fastest, Safest, Most Thorough UnInstaller in Its Category

UnInstaller Deluxe Once Again Sets the Standard
For Uninstall Utilities

SANTA MONICA, CA - (March 30, 1998) - CyberMedia(r), Inc. (NASDAQ/NMS:CYBR) today released UnInstaller Deluxe, the next generation of its best-selling uninstall utility. This new UnInstaller provides customers with the safest, fastest and easiest method of keeping their systems clean and running smoothly. Delivering a faster scan speed and an unparalleled registry cleaning capability, as well as numerous other category-leading features, the new UnInstaller reaffirms CyberMedia’s position as an industry leader.

Keeps Systems Running Faster and Safer

Responding to its customers’ need-for-speed, CyberMedia has unleashed the fastest UnInstaller ever, capable of scanning customers hard drives four times faster than before. Sporting a completely redesigned engine along with the latest in uninstalling technology, the new version features an Advanced Registry Cleaning Capability that scans twice as many registry sections in less time than any other current product in its category.

Feature CleanSweep Deluxe Norton Uninstall UnInstaller Deluxe
Initial Scan Time (in seconds) 128 357 55
Undo Multiple Installs

No

No Yes

Scheduled cleaning

No No Yes

Areas of the registry cleaned

<10 <10 >20

Restore uninstall actions

Yes Yes Yes

All systems were tested with the same criteria: Pentium II 300MHz, 64MB RAM, Drive C= 2.93GB (2.57GB used), Drive D= 3.92GB (747MB used)

Like its predecessor, the new UnInstaller provides customers with the peace of mind they want by ensuring that critical system files or files that are shared by other programs remain intact during the cleaning process. Some of the new safety features found in this version include:

  • The Installation BackTrack Monitor - As a new program is installed, this feature allows users to take a "snapshot" of the current system configuration and save it as a backup file. This allows customers to completely uninstall applications and "go back in time" to restore their PC to its prior configuration. By creating a backup, customers can remove unwanted files and applications without risk.
  • Customization Interview - Using a series of questions, UnInstaller will customize the program to match the specific needs of each user. Files are classified into critical and non-critical categories based upon the answers given by the user. This safeguards invaluable personal files from accidental deletion.

 

Offers Comprehensive Cleaning

This latest UnInstaller remains the most thorough of its class by zeroing in on the registry sections most likely to accumulate clutter and cleaning them out more thoroughly than any competitive uninstaller to date.

As the popularity of the Internet continues to grow customers are increasingly faced with the vast number of unwanted cache files taking up valuable hard drive space. In fact, the average consumer often does not know these files exist, let alone how to get rid of them. UnInstaller makes Internet cache cleaning a snap with a simple "one-click" removal of all Internet junk files, saving time and taking the guesswork out of the process. UnInstaller thoroughly checks all possible areas, roots out any hidden junk files and is fully compatible with most popular web browsers including Netscape NavigatorÔ and Microsoft’s Internet ExplorerÔ.

 

Easier to use

UnInstaller also includes a multitude of new and improved features that enables users of all levels to confidently manage the files and applications on their PCs.

UnInstaller’s user interface has been refined to be more intuitive and informative by putting all of the program’s functions on a single screen, right at the user’s fingertips. To make navigation within the program easier, users simply place the mouse over the buttons to access pop-up screens describing the individual functions. When a button has been chosen step-by-step instructions appear on the screen, allowing for users to take advantage of the features with added peace-of-mind. Additionally, to remove files that are useless such as "temp" files or recycle bin files, the QuickClean feature provides a "One-Click" solution. This feature can be scheduled to activate based upon individual needs.

Designed to take the hassle out of conducting cleanings and taking up valuable computer time, UnInstaller gives users the option of scheduling "off-peak" maintenance for their PC. Users can choose to schedule periodic or regular cleanings by accessing UnInstaller’s easy-to-follow, built-in scheduling wizard.

 

NEW! Anti-Virus Bundle included in UnInstaller Deluxe

In addition to experiencing the safe deletion of files and applications, UnInstaller Deluxe users can now enjoy safer computing with CyberMedia’s own Anti-Virus software program (CMAV). Offering the first truly "intelligent" automatic means of updating anti-virus patterns, UnInstaller lets users update with a single click of a button. Included with each purchase is one-year of free updates for CMAV’s virus table, available through the user’s existing Internet connection via a limited version of CyberMedia’s Oil ChangeÔ technology, which is included.

 

System Requirements

UnInstaller Deluxe runs on any IBM or 100-percent fully compatible 486 or higher PC. It requires Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB for NT), hard drive with a minimum of 10 MB free disk space, and 256 color VGA or higher monitor. An Internet connection, modem, and 4X CD-ROM drive are recommended.

 

Pricing and Availability

UnInstaller Deluxe has an estimated street price of $49.99 and will available at more than 10,000 retail stores in North America by April 15, 1998. It is also available from leading Internet resellers, VARs and government resellers.

About CyberMedia

CyberMedia's mission is to help computer users, anytime, anywhere with a complete set of products and services that provide the highest quality of immediate help to computer users at home and work, all over the world.

CyberMedia's vision is to help computer users anytime, anywhere. The company’s mission is to provide a complete line of products and services that furnish the highest quality of immediate help at home and work, all over the world. For users at home, CyberMedia’s retail product line includes First Aid, to fix Windows problems automatically; Oil Change, to update PCs with the latest bug fixes, patches, and drivers; UnInstaller, to clean Windows applications; and Guard Dog, to protect PCs from Internet intruders and viruses. For users and network administrators in small to medium size networked businesses and enterprise workgroups, CyberMedia offers the Support Server line of automatic technical support software.

Founded in 1991, CyberMedia (NASDAQ/NMS: CYBR) employs more than 270, with company headquarters in Santa Monica, CA, and offices in San Jose, CA, Portland, OR, Washington, D.C., Japan, Ireland, and India. For additional information contact CyberMedia, Inc., 3000 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405; phone (310) 664-5000; fax (310) 664-4720; or visit the CyberMedia Web site at www.cybermedia.com.

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Note: CyberMedia and First Aid are registered trademarks and Oil Change, Guard Dog, UnInstaller and the CyberMedia logo are trademarks of CyberMedia, Inc. All other trade names are trademarks of their respective owners.

Press Contact: Lisa Stein (310) 664-5487; listein@cybermedia.com