The Tower-Free Experience Nov 17, 2009
Other bundled software includes CyberLink's suite of CD and DVD burning and backup tools, Microsoft Works, and a 60-day trial of Norton Internet Security. Ambling Right Along. (HardwareCentral)
Symantec Opens Public Beta of Norton 360 Version 4 Oct 28, 2009
Like Norton Internet Security 2010, the Norton 360 beta also relies on Norton Insight, which identifies known good programs, and SONAR 2, which recognizes malware based on program behavior ... Norton 360's user interface received a minor update to highlight its familial relationship with Norton Internet Security. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Microsoft’s free antivirus program changes game Oct 1, 2009
But Symantec s Norton Internet Security 2010 costs $70, which includes just one year of vital updates. After that, you must pay another $60 to update the program. (Boston Globe)
AV Tests Find That Reputation Really Does Count Sep 23, 2009
Nachenberg's Symantec Reputation Based Security system, used by the just-released Norton Internet Security 2010, uses complex algorithms to figure out a program's reputation ... 3) Norton Internet Security 2009 / 81. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Norton Internet Security 2010: 'Reputation Tech' Sep 22, 2009
Norton Internet Security 2010: 'Reputation Tech ... Symantec promises Norton Internet Security 2010 and Norton Antivirus 2010 will turn the tables on would-be spammers and hackers by using technology that evaluates the reputations of the files and applications running on your PC on the fly. (eSecurityPlanet)
Cyber criminals eye networking sites Sep 13, 2009
In its approach to online security, Symantec announced new ve 00004000 rsions of its security product, Norton Internet Security 2010 and Norton Anti Virus 2010. According to Symantec, Norton IS and AV 2010 leverage a new model of security, code-named Quorum, using cloud-based intelligence technology which is advanced beyond the traditional and behaviour-based detection. (India Times)
Microsoft Steps Up the War on Hackers Sep 12, 2009
And Symantec's Norton Internet Security, which I use on my home Windows systems, has recently developed the annoying habit of demanding that I reboot my system to install updates a couple times a week. Unfortunately, I don't expect computer makers will install Security Essentials on new PCs. (BusinessWeek)
Review: Toshiba Mini NB205-N210 Sep 11, 2009
Toshiba also provides a nifty side-of-screen pop-out menu for controlling the Webcam, along with miscellaneous utilities and the trial version of Norton Internet Security 2009. The netbook's 10. (SmallBusinessComputing)
New protection system to anticipate PC invaders Sep 10, 2009
Symantec introduces Quorum in its new Norton Internet Security 2010 suite for consumers priced at $70 for a one-year subscription; McAfee's consumer subscription is priced similarly. Panda Security's free consumer version of its Panda Cloud anti-virus product has been out since April. (USA Today -- Tech)
Going for freeware? Think again, says Symantec Sep 9, 2009
On related matter, Symantec would include a new feature called reputation to tackle undiscovered malware in its new products Norton Internet Security 2010 and Norton AntiVirus 2010. Instead of putting applications on a whitelist or blacklist, or relying solely on traditional signatures, every application is assigned a reputation value to identify whether it is safe to use or otherwise. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Using Cybercitizens to Hunt Down Hackers Sep 8, 2009
On Sept. 9, when its new Norton Internet Security is introduced, Symantec will ask customers to opt in to a program that will collect data about attempted computer intrusions and then forward the information to authorities. Symantec will also begin posting the FBI's top 10 hackers and their schemes on its Web site, where customers go for software updates. (BusinessWeek)
Macs in crosshairs of hackers Aug 31, 2009
Macwelt magazine sees two usable security programmes for Mac OS: Norton Internet Security for Mac from Symantec and VirusBarrier from Intego. Installing anti-virus software is just part of the battle, Candid Wuest says. (India Times)
Lenovo's Value Netbook Aug 26, 2009
Lenovo's conventional Windows offerings include trial versions of Microsoft Office Home nt, Norton Internet Security 2009, and the Carbonite online backup and ID Vault online banking and shopping security services. The S10-2's implementation of VeriFace, the company's security software that uses the webcam above the screen to make your face your password for Windows logon and folder encryption, worked more smoothly than those of other Lenovo PCs we've tried lately (i. (HardwareCentral)
Dell Mini 10v Netbook Review Aug 16, 2009
Dell s Mini 10v comes with Microsoft Works Suite and Dell Video Chat powered by Sightspeed, a 30-day trial of Norton Internet Security, and a standard warranty of one-year parts and labor and 24/7 free phone service. Overall Impression. (Suite101.com)
eMachines' $400 Easel Aug 14, 2009
eMachines' software bundle includes the trial versions of Norton Internet Security 2009 and Microsoft Office Home & Student 2007, as well as Google Desktop and Toolbar, CyberLink's PowerToGo and PowerDVD CD/DVD utilities, and spamware like the WildTangent game service and NetZero and eBay links. An Upgrade-Free Zone. (HardwareCentral)
Lenovo IdeaPad Y450: Cheap and Appealing Jul 22, 2009
Lenovo's software bundle includes the usual game, Microsoft Office and Norton Internet Security trials; CyberLink's Power2Go for burning CDs and DVDs; a photo and video viewer called Media Show; and an elaborate carousel of marketing offers and RSS feeds dubbed Idea Central. We continue to be underwhelmed by Lenovo's touted VeriFace face recognition software, which uses your image in the webcam to log you into Windows and encrypt files. (Datamation)
Symantec Offers Public Beta of Security Tools Jul 9, 2009
Norton Internet Security 2010 and Norton AntiVirus 2010 are live for users to put through the paces ... Symantec on Tuesday released live betas of Norton Internet Security 2010 and Norton AntiVirus 2010 for users to test and put through their paces ahead of a planned September release. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Consumer Reports Survey: One in Five Online Consumers Have Been Victims of Cybercrime May 5, 2009
For maximum antivirus protection, Consumer Reports recommends the Eset Smart Security, $90, as well as the features-packed McAfee Internet Security, $70, and the Symantec Norton Internet Security, $60, for its ability to detect badware and provide information about those threats. When looking to select a security system, Consumer Reports suggests the following guidelines. (PR Newswire)
Symantec Blames Malware Scare on Error, FUD Mar 11, 2009
On March 9, Symantec released a patch labeled "PIFTS.exe" between 4:30 PM and 7:30 PM Pacific time, that was a legitimate upgrade for both Norton Internet Security as well as Norton Antivirus 2006 and 2007. By mistake, Symantec said, the patch was not digitally signed, leading Symantec's own products to flag the patch as possible malware. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Bad Symantec Update Leads to Trouble Mar 11, 2009
Problems started around 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time on Monday, when Norton Internet Security and Norton Antivirus 2006 and 2007 users started receiving error messages connected to a Symantec software update that tried to download a program called PIFTS.exe. "In a case of human error, the patch was released by Symantec 'unsigned,' which caused the firewall user prompt for this file to access the Internet," wrote Symantec spokesman Dave Cole in a. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Researcher Shows How to Hack SSL Feb 25, 2009
With one-click, one-minute install, under 7MB of memory usage and fewer, shorter scans, Norton Internet Security 2009 is the fastest security suite anywhere. Data Protection News. (PC World)
