Webroot Appoints Greg Myers to Its Board of Directors

BOULDER, Colo.—May 27, 2006—Webroot Software, Inc., the leading provider of anti-spyware software and other security technologies for the enterprise and consumers, today announced the appointment of Greg Myers, former CFO of Symantec Corp. (Nasdaq: SYMC), to its board of directors. Myers will also serve as the Chairperson for Webroot Software's audit committee.

"We are very pleased to have a seasoned financial executive like Greg Myers join the Webroot board," said David Moll, CEO of Webroot Software. "With his proven experience in finance and business transactions and his broad understanding of the strategic issues that face security companies, he is a tremendous addition to our board."

"This is an exciting time for me to join Webroot's board of directors," said Myers. "Webroot is a strong company with proven consumer and enterprise products and a solid business strategy. I am delighted to be part of the next phase of the company's execution of its long term growth strategy."

Myers has more than 30 years of financial management experience. Most recently, Myers held the position of senior vice president of finance and chief financial officer of Symantec. Myers' responsibilities at Symantec included worldwide finance, corporate development and business operations. Prior to joining Symantec in 1993, Myers held various financial management positions at a number of technology companies. Myers most recently served on the board of directors of Maxtor Corp. prior to its acquisition by Seagate Technology, Inc. (NYSE: STX) in mid-May of this year, and also served on the board of directors of Inktomi prior to the acquisition by Yahoo Inc. (Nasdaq: YHOO) in March 2003.

About Webroot
Webroot Software, Inc. is the creator and publisher of the award-winning Spy Sweeper line of anti-spyware products for consumers, small businesses and enterprises worldwide. Based in Boulder, Colo., the company is privately held and backed by some of the industry's leading venture capital firms, including Technology Crossover Ventures, Accel Partners and Mayfield. Webroot's software consistently receives top ratings and recommendations by respected third-party media and product reviews, and has been adopted by millions globally. Spy Sweeper and other Webroot products can be found online at www.webroot.com and on the shelves of leading retailers throughout the United States, Europe and Japan. Webroot products are also available as either branded solutions or on an OEM basis. To find out more about Webroot, visit www.webroot.com or call 1-800-772-9383.

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