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Symantec’s Norton Antivirus 2002 does detect many viruses, especially the more common ones. This was proven when I installed it on my machine already running PC-Cillin 2002. Norton Antivirus found several copies of a virus on my machine, even though I had antivirus software active. From ... Read review
Advantages: Email scanner, quarantine and easy to update Disadvantages: Yearly virus definition subscription
...viruses.
Symantec’s Norton Antivirus 2002 does detect many viruses, especially the more common ones. This was proven when I installed it on my machine already running PC-Cillin 2002. Norton Antivirus found several copies of a virus on my machine, even though I had antivirus software active. From that moment I have never looked at any other software.
Depending on the version of Microsoft Windows used, changes the requirements ... ...5.0
Norton Antivirus is fairly easy to install. Symantec provide a wizard, which guides the user through the installation process. It allows the user to set regular system scans and updates. The setting of the scans and updates does not provide flexibility for the less experienced user, defaulting to a regular system scan on Fridays. Every time the user logs on and on every five minutes after 22:17 each day, LiveUpdate searches for ... more
As a computer student, it is frustrating when avoidable events occur causing you to spend hours solving them. Virus infection is one of such problems.
Viruses can be spread through file sharing, email and the visiting of infected web sites. The most frustrating problem with viruses are that the work your doing either gets infected and/or your system slows down preventing you from working or playing your favourite games.
Originally, I used Trend Micro’s PC-Cillin 98. This software is a very good antivirus – or so I thought. After updates to the scan engine and pattern file, I decided to try PC-Cillin 2000. These two antivirus applications both detected a wide range of viruses, worms and Trojans, and contained protection against virus infection through the use of the Internet. However, they both have their problems. PC-Cillin 2000 does not have great stability when updated to the latest scan engine and both do not detect a few common viruses.
Symantec’s Norton Antivirus 2002 does detect many viruses, especially the more common ones. This was proven when I installed it on my machine already running PC-Cillin 2002. Norton Antivirus found several copies of a virus on my machine, even though I had antivirus software active. From that moment I have never looked at any other software.
Depending on the version of Microsoft Windows used, changes the requirements needed to run Norton Antivirus 2002, with Windows XP requiring the most memory and highest processor.
Any modern computer can install this application. All installations require:
• 50 MB of available hard disk space • CD-ROM drive • Internet Explorer 4.01 or higher
The application is available for the following operating systems: Windows® 98, Millennium Edition, NT Workstation 4.0 (service pack 6 or higher), 2000 Professional, XP Home Edition or XP Professional with the following additional requirements:
• Intel Pentium® 133MHz or higher processor for Windows 98, NT WS, 2000 Pro • Intel Pentium 150 MHz or higher processor for Windows Me • Intel Pentium® 300 MHz or higher processor for Windows XP Home Edition and Professional • 32 MB of RAM for Windows 98,Me and NT WS • 64 MB of RAM for Windows 2000 Pro • 128 MB of RAM for Windows XP Home Edition and Professional
Email scanning is supported for any standard POP3 compatible email client, including:
• Microsoft® Outlook® Express 4.0/5.X/6.0 • Microsoft Outlook 97/98/2000/XP • Netscape® Messenger 4.X, Netscape Mail 6.0 • Eudora® Light 3.0, Eudora Pro 4.0, Eudora 5.0
Norton Antivirus is fairly easy to install. Symantec provide a wizard, which guides the user through the installation process. It allows the user to set regular system scans and updates. The setting of the scans and updates does not provide flexibility for the less experienced user, defaulting to a regular system scan on Fridays. Every time the user logs on and on every five minutes after 22:17 each day, LiveUpdate searches for new virus definitions, provided an active Internet connection is available.
Although LiveUpdate automatically checks for the latest virus definitions, updates to the program will not be obtained and so it is recommended that the user checks manually using the LiveUpdate feature every once in a while.
It also provides an auto-protect feature, which scans all files as they are accessed preventing infected files from being run. This is very useful as it prevents the virus from quickly spreading around your machine. The antivirus software is also integrated with Windows Explorer, so the user can scan file(s) from a menu choice.
With the standard email scanning feature, all of your incoming and outgoing mail is checked for viruses minimising the risk of getting viruses and passing them on.
Once installed, Norton Antivirus 2002 provides excellent defence against viruses without the need to make lots of adjustments to the settings.
As with all software, the more you use it the more features you will gain knowledge of and how to use its functions will become easier. In case of any problems with the program’s features there is a help system incorporated.
In the event, that the application finds a virus on your machine, it will provide a list of options allowing the user to choose the course of action. If the file cannot be ‘cleaned’ then the file can be deleted, or quarantined.
When a file is quarantined, it is stored preventing all access to it. At the user’s discretion the file can be checked at a later date or the file can be submitted to Symantec for examination.
Overall, this application has exceeded my expectations. It is easy to use, whilst providing excellent protection for my computer, which is connected to the Internet for long periods of time. It is available from various stores for approximately £37.
Advantages: Ease of use and effectiveness Disadvantages: Payment for updates after 1st year
Before I got this my computer was really not working very well. I had loads of viruses that I thought were just the computer working badly. They had been downloaded automatically from my email wiht out me even realising.I have an internet connection that is on all the time so my computer is especilly vunerable to those evil fiends who write the viruses. In these days of increased broadband connection there will be more and more people who should ... ...it will increase the difficulty of creating an effective one and discourage people from trying their hand at it.
But what exactly is a virus?
A virus is a program that is specifically designed to be a parasite (a leach basically). It will operate without you meaning to download or install it. It will do what its instructed to do. This can be to wipe your hard-drive or just to fill your computer with porn.
There are several different types. A macro ...
tombarford 04.03.2003
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Advantages: Not expensive. Easy to install. Good updates available Disadvantages: None that I have found yet
...to the latest version, the Norton Anti-Virus 2002 programme.
I bought myself a new Dell PC in October of last year, and the last thing I want to happen is to destroy all my records with some stupid virus, that is some idiots idea of a great joke.
I bought the programme over the web from a site called GoBuy for only £39.50, and this also includes any new updates for a whole year free of charge, which I can download from the Norton website. In fact, ... ...Windows 2000 as well. Norton Anti-Virus not only protects all your hard drives and files, but also scans your incoming and outgoing email. This means I can be as sure as possible that I’m not going to get infected myself with a nasty bug or worm, and also that I wont be sending one on to my friends and business contacts by accident. It does take just a little longer to send your emails when you are running Norton, but it’s well worth ...
ranter 11.02.2002
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Advantages: Fully automated. Works without disturbing your work. Updates new virus definitions within half an hour of new viruses on the Internet. Disadvantages: None.
...ashamedly admit.) and found the Norton Anti-Virus 2002, the latest instalment from Symantec.
Firstly, I was surprised by the price. I had expected to pay anything up to £60 for the privilege of the lemon yellow box in my hands, but it only set me back £49.99, brand new.
So, feverishly dashing back home, I installed it, and found that yes, there was a worm chewing up my hard drive, and yes, it was enjoying itself immensely. My first mistake was ... ...world is familiar with Symantec’s Norton Anti-Virus in it’s various version formats, I thought I would share with you the life-saving properties of the 2002 version. I will be the first to admit that I do not know all that much about the previous versions, and suspect that not all that much about it has changed. So please, simply take this as a personal experience from a user who actually forked out the fifty quid for the box, okay?
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Spacecat 24.09.2001
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Advantages: Easy to use Disadvantages: Costly subscription
...for an internet-going computer.
Norton Antivirus does both of these jobs admirably. It has never failed to inform me of viruses from infected files and emails and does a good job of keeping itself updated when I connect to the internet. It is remarkably easy to use and has a very intuitive interface which helps the inexperienced (good example is my parents, can't work IE properly but can use NAV!)
The antivirus (AV from now on because it's a cow ... ...offering I have used in the past as the interface is so well layed out. All the buttons are large and well labelled with each menu item clearly layed out. The 'status' area tells you how up to date your virus definitions are (more on that below); how long your subscription has to run; when your system was last scanned and which of the major options are turnd on or off (eg auto-protection, email scanning etc.)
The 'Scan' area contains all the options ...
Ludge 31.03.2003
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...to more programs
Software.
Norton Virus software can be obtained via buying it at the cost of £40 pounds sterling or simply downloading the 30mb package from various sites. The new Script Blocking service detects scripts such as the Nimba virus. The detection is even done without the new definitions being created. Norton AntiVirus is integrated with Windows explorer so that you can use many common Norton functions from the Explorer navigational ... ...up to date. Norton will address a virus in 3 ways:
1) Automatically repair file.
2) Attempt to repair then quarantine.
3) Deny access to the file infected.
Outgoing and Incoming messages from your Internet Service Provider will be automatically be scanned by Norton. This enables safe communications to you and your friends without spreading viruses/
Sometimes Norton AntiVirus detects an unknown virus that can’t be eliminated with the current ...
anglebum 21.05.2002
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System requirements
OS Required
Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional , Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 SP6 or later, Microsoft Windows XP
Mouse or compatible device, CD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM
System Requirements Details
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional - RAM 64 MB - HD 100 MB
Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 SP6 or later - RAM 32 MB - HD 100 MB
Microsoft Windows XP - RAM 128 MB - HD 100 MB
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition - RAM 32 MB - HD 100 MB
Microsoft Windows 98 - RAM 32 MB - HD 100 MB
Manufacturer's product description
Norton AntiVirus 2002 is the world's most trusted anti-virus solution designed to maximize protection from viruses without interrupting work or slowing down the users system. Norton AntiVirus 2002 provides unique protection with automatic virus detection and repair, automated Internet updates, and seamless integration with Windows Explorer. Now compatible with Windows XP, Norton AntiVirus 2002 also provides incoming and outgoing e-mail scanning to stop viruses as well as proactive Script Blocking to ensure optimal protection against new threats. Norton AntiVirus 2002 is bundled with Norton Utilities 2002. It optimizes your PC's performance and solves computer problems easily. You can organize your hard drive files efficiently for faster access and greater stability with SpeedDisk, while Norton Disk Doctor safeguards the integrity of your drive by detecting and repairing disk problems. Norton WinDoctor helps you to get optimal performance from Windows by diagnosing and solving a wide range of Windows problems, from software errors to hardware configuration conflicts.
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