Microsoft keeps pushing its way into the security space. Last week, it bought Sybari Software, an anti-virus and anti-spam software company, as a key component to its plans for security.
Much like an elephant that decides to take the last seat in a crowded theatre, Microsoft's recent moves have already caused ripples in the security market. For example, Symantec recently purchased Veritas, a storage company, for the express purpose of diversifying its product line.
Still, the Sybari acquisition isn't a complete surprise. Microsoft has been adding to its stable of security software in recent months. In December, the company purchased Giant Software, later releasing a free beta version of Giant's product, Giant AntiSpyware, under the name Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware.
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