[Mediapen=Kim Young-min]KT will release ‘PC-Security 2.0’ service on July 15th. This is an upgraded version of its security service that simultaneously manage PC and smartphone.

The original PC-security provided various security functions including detection and treatment of virus, file encryption, automatic backup and protecting personal information. 

While providing these basic functions, the newly upgraded version focused on enhancing the protection of personal information. Its new functions include preventing the illegal mining of cryptocurrency, blocking malware and ransomeware. It also block advertisement pop-ups through its own accumulated big-data.

Moreover, experts can remotely consult customers through this service. With the help of remote counseling service, the elderly will be able to prevent security issues without the help of their children.

Kim Won-kyeong, executive director of KT commented that as the protection of personal information becomes more important, this service is exactly what customers need right now.