Norton Internet Security 2005 Complete package

Advantages: Good complete package
Disadvantages: Noticeably slows down speed of system once installed

I bought this product after previously using Symantec's security products (anti virus, firewall, anti spam etc.) and because I've always felt safe and secure and have never had any problems with them before, however...... I noticed after installing it, and also after recommending it to approx. 6 friends and installing it on their machines, that it noticeably reduced the speed performance of our PCs, compared with before we installed it. Mainly on ...
...load up all of the components it uses to protect your system before you can start using your PC - fair enough obviously! But in doing this, bootup time is significantly extended. I understand that in having a package, using many different programmes (anti virus, anti spam, privacy, firewall etc.) running in the background, you're bound to notice a reduction in processing speed, but I was quite disappointed with this version in that respect. Also ... Read review

Advantages: So many features, Use, Installation
Disadvantages: None

Introduction ************* Norton Internet Security 2005 is an excellent software package offering a large amount of software sold by Norton all in one package. Installation ************* Inserting the CD into the CD-ROM and waiting for the installation to load automatically is half the installation because the user only needs to select where they want it to be installed and what type of installation they want and all that is left is to sit ...
...to think about clicking on Norton every time the computer starts. There are also no boxes that will pop up asking for decisions to be made because this software configures its self automatically. Features ********** Anti-Virus – Norton is a well established software business when it comes to anti virus software because of how good and easy it is to use. This version is just like previous additions except additional virus definitions have been built ... Read review

Advantages: blocks, scans, prevents, stops known viruses/spam/hackers
Disadvantages: complicated

...Anti virus software. Norton © or Symantec © have been at the forefront of Anti-Virus software for years now. I have tried other companies such as McAfee's ©, Panda © and Trend © but when I heard about Norton Internet Security I was so impressed by it (having seen it run on a friends PC) that I decided to get a copy. As with most AVS, you install it onto your PC and it will scan for any 'known' viruses prior to running unseen in the background. Norton ...
...further. It combines features including Norton AV © but also Firewall, Intrusion alerts, Anti-Spam, parental control and warns the user of outbreaks. Each feature is as important as the other. What Norton © has done is to group them all into one package. The anti-virus software prevents known viruses from destroying those important documents or the smooth running of your PC. Firewall, blocks ports (doors) which are normally left open. This, if used ... Read review

Advantages: All-in-one package, Good graphics,Effective spam killer.Updates sent as per instructions
Disadvantages: Slows down my system too much, possible conflict with Windows XP Sevice Pack 2, let in 4 Trojans, a gap exists between turning on the PC and it activating, problematic install.

...me so I saw this Norton Internet Security all in one package at Staples for £24.95 down from £49.95-an absolute bargain or so I thought! Everything on one disc and no need to choose three different packages. I just couldn't go wrong... Installation involved removing my Panda software and disabling the Firewall-this took about 15 mins to install as I couldn't get through on the net to register so I had to phone. This left my system dangerously exposed. ...
...suspicious ones into a Norton Anti spam folder. You have several levels of protection you can choose but the most effective one is most likely to stop genuine emails. It is also a learning program and you may have to help it by correcting the odd mistake but it does get progressivly better. FIREWALL-The Firewall is meant to recognise attacks coming onto your system, block them and alert you to the fact. This comes up as a display in three distinct ... Read review

Advantages: complete security is in one package
Disadvantages: not the cheapest

Norton AntiVirus™ • NEW! Norton™ Internet Worm Protection stops certain damaging Internet worms at the point of entry. Which is very effective. Norton™ Personal Firewall • NEW! Automatically turns the firewall back on after a set period of time if you need to turn it off temporarily. Norton™ Privacy Control • NEW! Confidential information blocking now lets you send personal data to sites you trust while protecting you from sending it to sites you ...
...useful minor alteration. Norton AntiSpam™ • NEW! Filters email coming to Yahoo!® Mail accounts. • NEW! Helps detect and filter fraudulent and explicit email. • NEW! Automatically synchronizes its Allowed List with your POP3 email address books. This spam control section is excellent, as the use can teach the program what is spam and what you actually wish to have delivered into you INBOX. Also learns from address you may email off websites, but ... Read review