Microsoft set to beta Microsoft Security Essentials June 23

According to Neowin.net the successor to Windows Live OneCare known as Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) is due to hit Beta form next week starting on June 23rd.

The free anti-virus / anti-spyware solution will begin with a limited beta and will release an updated build over the Summer. Microsoft is initially targeting the first 75,000 US, Israel and Brazil based customers with a Chinese Beta available in mid-July.

Neowin have also learned that Microsoft is targeting September or at the latest to have the anti-virus software available for the October 22 Windows 7 launch.

Similar to the Windows 7 beta it is likely the company will expand the offering to meet demand.

Below is a screenshot of the MSE Beta.

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