McAfee has announced a global partnership with Lenovo. Beginning August 2009, all Windows 7-based Lenovo consumer PCs under the Idea brand have been pre-installed with McAfee's industry-leading security solution. McAfee VirusScan Plus, thus providing consumers worldwide with powerful protection from the first time they switch on their new PCs. As a part of Lenovo and McAfee's plan to develop a more aggressive partnership in China, McAfee's anti-virus product suites will also be marketed through Lenovo's 2,000 retail outlets in China, providing Chinese PC users with easier access to the products.

Lenovo Idea Product PC buyers can use McAfee VirusScan Plus for free for 90 days to ensure they can start up their new PCs with the peace of mind that comes from essential online protection. Following the 90 day trial period consumers will be able to purchase extended protection online or at one of the more than 2000 Lenovo retail stores across China.

“All of these benefits underscore McAfee and Lenovo's commitment to the Chinese consumer market,” explained George Man, MD, McAfee (Greater China). “McAfee and Lenovo also co-launched a rich promotional campaign for consumers which give Lenovo customers a triple surprise,” Man added.

Liu Jun, senior VP, Lenovo Group, President-IDEA Product Group, said, “Just as computers and the Internet have become an integral part of people's daily personal and professional lives, online security is increasingly critical. As a leading PC maker, Lenovo is committed to providing our customers with the most reliable, secure and easy-to-use products and services. In order to help ensure users' online security, Lenovo has chosen to partner with McAfee, a recognized leader in the field.”

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