Norton 360

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Norton 360

Norton 360 (2.0)
Developed by Symantec
Latest release 2.0 / March 6, 2008 (2008-03-06); 96 days ago
OS Microsoft Windows
Genre Internet security, computer maintenance
License Proprietary
Website www.symantec.com/norton360

Norton 360 is a Security Suite that includes maintenance applications for Microsoft Windows XP and Vista. The software, which is developed by Symantec, is in competition with other similar products such as McAfee, Windows Live One Care, BitDefender etc.

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[edit] Features

Norton 360 includes protection from most forms of malware, including viruses, trojans, spyware, and adware, as well as a personal firewall and an anti-phishing feature.[1] Users can also use Norton 360 to backup personal data locally or online (users are given 2 GB of free online storage, though additional storage could be purchased).[2] In addition, the program includes basic maintenance tools, including a disk optimizer and registry cleaner, that are designed to optimize the user's computer. Add-on packs that provide other features (including parental control and anti-spam) are available from Symantec.[3]

The product has a simpler user interface than most other similar Symantec products and is designed to be more automated.[4]

[edit] System requirements

Minimum Requirement
Operating System
Windows XP (32-bit), Vista (32/64-bit)
Processor
300 MHz or higher
RAM
256 MB
Free hard drive space
300 MB

A standard web browser (Internet Explorer 6 or higher needed for phishing protection) and a high-speed internet connection (for online backup) are also required.

[edit] Awards

Norton 360 had received the following awards from various tech-related organizations:

  • PC Magazine's "Editors' Choice" award with 4 1/2 stars.[5]
  • CNET "Editors' Choice" award with a rating of 8/10.[6]

[edit] See also

[edit] References

  1. ^ *Norton 360 version 2.0
  2. ^ Norton 360 - Reviews by PC Magazine - Backing Up Is Hard to Do—NOT!
  3. ^ Norton 360 - Reviews by PC Magazine - The B Team
  4. ^ Norton 360 - Reviews by PC Magazine
  5. ^ Security Suites 2008 - Norton 360 - Reviews by PC Magazine
  6. ^ Norton 360 Internet security and firewall reviews - CNET Reviews

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