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Software reviews: Symantec Norton 360 (2.0)

by JL Francis

Created on: March 19, 2008   Last Updated: April 25, 2008

PC security - Check.
Backup and storage support - Check.
PC Tuneup - Check.
Transaction security - Check.

Surfing the Internet is like protecting your home - you want to make sure the doors are locked, the alarm is turned on and your property is safe. To assure that your PC is secure look no further than Norton 360 version 2.0. With a few tricks up its sleeve, the newest version of Norton 360 is packed for performance. It includes a patent-pending Browser Protection to offset drive-by downloads and an Identity Safe feature to store personal information and passwords.

Today's cyber threats are becoming more enhanced and you need a product that can keep up with the ever-changing threats that are waiting to attack your PC. It is here that Norton 360 rises to the task of providing comprehensive coverage. Norton 360 has got you covered because every time you bank or shop online your identity is protected. The system's antiphishing and Web authentication tools are now available for Firefox users as well. Your PC is in good hands with Norton 360 because it covers a broad array of security risks:

Phishing this cyber scam involves a hook alright and you can become the bait if you're not careful. Unprotected, your computer systems fall prey to phishers (identity thieves or con artists) who lure people using SPAM, emails, IMs and Web sites to divulge their banking or credit card information.

Spyware the goal is to remain undetected, all the while tracking your online surfing to ultimately gather your personal information.

Email Spam is a whole lot of clutter that comes from unsolicited ads or unknown senders; embedded in this junk mail are serious viruses, worms, spyware and other threats to your computer.

Malware uses tools such as emails and IMs to attack your computer and it is good at finding loop holes in your PC as a way to enter undetected and then wreck havoc on your computer system.

Don't think that sums up Norton 360 either. The all inclusive security system also acts as a virtual plumber clearing out anything that's bogging down your hard drive through PC performance tune ups. Parents rest assured that Norton 360 is also protecting your greatest possession your children. The Norton Parental Control allows you to connect your child's Windows user account to the security software with the settings you create to limit access to certain sites. The log viewer feature allows parents to look at records of unsuccessful attempts to access restricted sites.

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