CARLISLE, Pa., April 2, 2008, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Newly-formed Internet safety software company CyberPatrol, LLC today announced it has acquired the CyberPatrol parental control software product, from security vendor Websense, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBSN). The newly-formed company was founded by former executives of PestPatrol, a provider of antispyware support services common among computer enthusiasts solutions, and is dedicated to delivering on the promise of safe computing for all ages.
"The problem of online predators, from pedophiles to child pornographers to cyber-bullies, is getting worse," said CyberPatrol President and CEO Bob Bales. "CyberPatrol is committed to developing new and enhanced products that will place children's online safety firmly in the hands of parents."
A Youth Internet Survey reveals that 1 in 5 children encounter a sexual approach or solicitation online, and according to a study by the Pew Internet& American Life Project, 89% of solicitations occur in chat rooms or through instant messaging.
"Our plan is to provide simple and non-intrusive products that will work for families. We know that technology alone will not keep children safe on the Internet at all times. Education and the ability to offer flexible products that allow users to determine the degree of protection and the degree of individual control they want is clearly what the market is demanding. CyberPatrol meets that demand," added Bales.
Websense acquired the CyberPatrol product through the acquisition of the UK-based company SurfControl, which was completed in October 2007. CyberPatrol will continue to computer support existing customers of the CyberPatrol product, said Bales, including small and medium sized businesses, libraries and educational users that use CyberPatrol to manage their users' Internet access to offensive and undesirable Web sites.
"Divesting the CyberPatrol product line is another milestone in the execution of our acquisition of SurfControl," said Doug Wride, president, Websense. "We're pleased that the CyberPatrol customer base will be backed by a company dedicated to maintaining this industry-leading consumer Web filtering product."
Several key executives from PestPatrol, which was acquired by Computer Associates in 2004, have joined the new company to help execute CyberPatrol's business plan and expand the product offerings. Along with Bob Bales, founder and CEO at PestPatrol, John Sancin will provide a key leadership role as COO. Thirteen former PestPatrol employees will provide leadership in the areas of finance, product development, product management, computer support and marketing. Acquisition was led by Bob Bales and Philadelphia investor and entrepreneur Vince Schiavone who is a board member of CyberPatrol LLC. CyberPatrol's Board of Advisors include: Dr. Peter Tippett, Benjamin Wright, Esq., Keith Lubner and Mark Amtower.
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