Microsoft set to give away anti-virus software

Microsoft is reportedly trialling free anti-virus software and will release a beta version soon. The software, code named "Morro" will provide protection against viruses, rootkits, spyware and trojans but not have the broader range of protection that is found in commercial security products. No date has been given for when the software will be launched but in the past Microsoft have indicated that it would be by the end of 2009 at the latest.