A joint venture has been established between search engine Yahoo! and CA, formerly Computer Associates, regarding co-branded versions of Yahoo!'s toolbar.The web browser toolbar will be branded with the names of both companies and will comprise further features such as email alerts, desktop searches and links that take the user to other CA-operated services.
This is not the first link-up between the two companies; Yahoo! and CA began working together in 2004 when the former utilised anti-spyware technology on its web browsers that was developed by the latter.
In a statement, Joff Redfern, senior director of product management for Yahoo! search distribution, explained: "Many internet users are still unsure what products they need to protect themselves from spyware.
"We look forward to working with CA to deliver quality, reliable anti-spyware protection as part of the Yahoo! Toolbar."
The rollout of the new co-branded web browser toolbar will coincide with the imminent introduction to the market of CA Home/Home Office goods. CA's spyware technology will also continue to be utilised by Yahoo! as part of the deal.
George Kafkarkou, senior vice-president for CA's home and small office division, stated: "The CA/Yahoo! toolbar will complement our new products and provide our customers with an enhanced online experience."
