Symantec LiveUpdate

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Symantec LiveUpdate

Symantec LiveUpdate 3.4.0.162 running in Express Mode
Developed by Symantec Corporation
Latest release 3.4.1.234 / February 22, 2008 (2008-02-22); 110 days ago
OS Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X
License Proprietary
Website Symantec.com


Symantec LiveUpdate is a software program written by Symantec which provides continuous product support by downloading and installing updates to its products, including virus definition updates for its flagship product Norton AntiVirus.

Newer versions of Symantec LiveUpdate can still update older versions of Symantec products that may have shipped with an older version of Symantec LiveUpdate.

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[edit] Modes

Symantec LiveUpdate can be both run in Interactive Mode or in Express Mode. In Interactive mode (default), Symantec LiveUpdate will download the lists of updates then you are given a time to choose which updates should be downloaded. Express mode will download all updates regardless of your liking.

[edit] Subscription

A subscription is required to use Symantec LiveUpdate and download product updates, including the latest virus/threat definitions and intrusion detection signatures (for Norton Personal Firewall and Norton Internet Security).

Each Symantec product includes an annual product subscription good for up to one year, after which you must purchase a renewal subscription for another year of product updates. Generally, renewing your subscription is less expensive than purchasing a new version of the Symantec product with a year of subscription included.

[edit] Removal

Symantec allows the removal of Symantec LiveUpdate from a computer. But this also removes the update services in those products. To remove it, go to Add/Remove Programs in your Windows machine.

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