Malwarebytes, a global leader in real-time cyber protection, introduced Malwarebytes Tools, a collection of free features designed to help people quickly solve computer problems, speed up their Windows devices, and boost protection and privacy. The company also is launching Windows Firewall Control, a new feature to help users easily manage and control the built-in Windows Firewall. All new capabilities are launching in preview mode for free, no paid subscription required.

“For years, people have come to Malwarebytes when something’s not right with their computer, turning to our malware removal software to help them find and fix their problem,” said Michael Sherwood, VP Product, Malwarebytes. “But issues aren’t always caused by malware. Sometimes it’s slow performance, privacy settings, or other device configuration settings. With our new optimization tools, we’re making it easier for users to spot these issues and take proactive steps to keep their devices running smoothly and securely.”

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According to Malwarebytes research, nearly half of people (44%) are overwhelmed by security updates and safety measures, leading to inaction. People need integrated, clear guidance on steps they can take to optimize their devices and ultimately protect their data, digital assets and identities.

Malwarebytes Tools Overview

All new features are available for free in experimental mode for Malwarebytes Windows users. For the preview release, users can get an early look and are encouraged to share feedback.

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  • Startup Applications: This new feature boosts device performance with a simple, yet powerful interface to view and manage apps that launch at startup which may be impacting device resources.
  • System Tweaks: Users can troubleshoot and optimize a device with a curated set of Windows tweaks to repair common issues, adjust privacy settings, and control how Windows works on the device.
  • Firewall Control: This new feature helps users easily manage and control their built-in Windows Firewall, automatically blocking inbound connections and making it simpler to block and manage outbound connections. The feature runs within the Malwarebytes app and gives users one-click control to switch filtering modes or approve connections. The full version of Firewall Control will be released in the coming months with additional features and functions.

These new features expand Malwarebytes coverage to provide proactive and reactive solutions to users across their digital lives, giving the support and guidance they need, whether dealing with security threats or just trying to get their computer working better.

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Source: PR Newswire

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