For the past eight months, Microsoft has been using the products of Sybari Software Inc. to protect its enterprise communication and collaboration infrastructure. Privately-held Sybari, based in East Northport, N.Y., is a leading provider of such enterprise-class edge and gateway antivirus security solutions; more than 10 million computer users are protected by Sybari products. Today, Microsoft announced that it has a signed a definitive agreement to acquire Sybari, due in part to the success Microsoft had in deploying its solution. In its announcement, Microsoft said it expects the purchase will help it to better meet customer needs for enhanced computer security.
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