Antivirus software can only be effective if it is using the latest scan engine and pattern files. Since new viruses and other malicious code are constantly being released, it is crucial that you regularly update your scan engine, and pattern files to protect against new security threats.
PortalProtect has two types of activation codes (AC): PortalProtect, and PortalProtect Suite. Additionally, there are two types of maintenance agreements: evaluation and full. When you register PortalProtect, you receive one AC depending on whether you chose PortalProtect or PortalProtect Suite and the evaluation or fully licensed version.
Using the Portalprotect AC activates PortalProtect security risk scan, file blocking, Web reputation, and content filtering; Using the PortalProtect suite AC, activates all the functions of the PortalProtect AC plus data protection. Before you can update PortalProtect, you must complete the following tasks:
Register your software. See Registering PortalProtect.
If a proxy server handles Internet traffic on your network, you must type the proxy server information. See Configuring Proxy Settings.
Configure your update method and source. Methods include Manual Update and Scheduled Update. Sources include the ActiveUpdate server, other update source, and the intranet UNC path.
The management console contains three (3) update options: ActiveUpdate server, UNC path and Other Update source.