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Absolute Software Adds Geolocation to LoJack for Laptops

Absolute brings commercial features to consumers with the addition of geolocation, device freeze and self-serve remote data delete functionality

Thursday, August 5th, 2010

Absolute® Software Corporation (“Absolute” or the “Company”) (TSX: ABT), the leading provider of firmware-based, patented, computer theft recovery, data protection and secure computer lifecycle management solutions, announced today that it has launched new geolocation, device freeze and self-serve remote data delete functionality for new and existing LoJack® for Laptops subscriptions.

LoJack for Laptops customers can simply log into their account to use the new features, which include:

·       Geolocation – For day-to-day use (in non-theft scenarios), customers can keep track of their computer on an internet-based map via IP address.

·       Device Freeze – If a computer is suspected to be simply lost and not stolen, customers can freeze their computer and display a custom message for someone who finds it. In addition, an unauthorized user cannot access the content on the computer, keeping private information private in an effort to prevent identity theft.

·       Self-Serve Remote Data Delete – To protect their personal information, customers can choose to delete a pre-set group of files or all files, including the OS, on the computer by simply logging into the Customer Center at www.lojackforlaptops.com/login.

LoJack for Laptops by Absolute Software is available for purchase from www.lojackforlaptops.com <http://www.lojackforlaptops.com>

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“We are very excited about these new features, which are especially relevant for students heading back to school. Parents and students can now be assured that not only is the laptop itself protected, but so are important files – pictures, passwords and term papers – reducing risk of identity theft. Our customers requested these features and we are fortunate to have well-developed and proven features to leverage from our commercial product,” said Mark Grace, Vice President of Consumer Business at Absolute Software.

About Absolute Software

Absolute® Software specialises in technology and services for the management and security of mobile computers, netbooks, and smartphones.

For individuals, Absolute provides peace-of-mind by physically recovering stolen computers and remotely deleting sensitive files from them.  For businesses, we deliver state-of-the-art IT asset management – allowing organisations to reduce IT costs, address regulatory compliance, combat computer theft, and optimise the productivity of their computer, netbook, and smartphone devices.

Absolute was founded in 1993 on the idea that individuals and businesses should be able to track, manage, and secure their mobile computers regardless of the physical location of the device.

Today, our security-as-a-service solutions protect millions of computers worldwide with subscribers who range from individuals to the largest public and private sector organisations.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, our regional headquarters are located in Austin, Texas and Newbury, England.

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