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  Norton Antivirus 2011 - 1 User/3 Pc [Old Version]

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (90 reviews):

  (3.8/5)

  

  Great Value

  I have been using Norton to protect my computers since the 80's. Since I am a long time repeat customer, that says it all. I have tried others that worked well, but found that Norton was the least intrusive. Going about it's business in the back ground and leaving me alone. I really like the ability to turn off Norton anti-virus from the task bar when I'm installing new software, instead of burrowing down thru clicks and clicks to turn it off on it's home page. Buying this combo saves me time, effort and money. I only have to watch for one date of renewal on my computers. I used to write on my disks which one went to which computer. No longer - one disk for all! Do you own more than one computer and have been buying the single version for each one? Then you already are aware of the great value of this combo. 5/5 L. Burks (Anniston, Al USA) - See all my reviews, November 2, 2010

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  Excellent Antivirus

  Throughout the years I have used several programs to protect home computers from the usual threats of surfing the web; although no Antivirus is bullet proof against every possible virus or hacker, not having an up to date antivirus is welcoming trouble.This new version compares to similar entries of other vendors, and most of the basic features are shared in all the programs. Once installed and configured, Norton Antivirus 2011 will be an automated application, downloading updates, running background scans and showing alerts of downloaded files or informing about Trojans in files that you want to execute. 5/5 Sergio Oses Puchkov (CR) - See all my reviews, December 12, 2010

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  The BEST!

  I've been using AVG since 2006 and I always end up sending junk emails through my Yahoo account. I installed AVG + Spybot Destroy & Search and nothing has been detected until I decided to have a go at Norton. I remember I used Norton Anti-virus a long time ago but it was so CPU intensive that I went through AVG. When I first installed it detected a major Trojan Horse and lots of suspicious cookies. I've never had any problem at all on my PC and I've never sent any junk mail at all. It's absolutely recommended to anyone wanting a reliable anti-virus and it's not CPU intensive anymore, that's why I give it five stars! 5/5 Rodrigo Albuquerque - See all my reviews, November 7, 2010

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  List Price: $59.99
  

  Know when applications are slowing down your PC, so you can make changes to improve performance

  Norton AntiVirus 2011 offers fast, powerful protection that safeguards against viruses and spyware

  Detect and eliminate spyware cybercriminals can use to steal your personal information

  Stay safe with up-to-minute protection that won?t slow down your PC

  Stop viruses and other threats before they can do damage

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  Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User 3 PC

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (75 reviews):

  (3.9/5)

  

  don't be mislead by the 3PC on the box

  I love norton. I buy about 10 copies a year because I have a lot of computers. I was a bit mislead by this box, 1 user 3 pcs. I thought I could install it on 3 pcs in my home and it would run for a year on each pc. well, it does not. My antivirus protection on my computers expires at different times. I just realized that when you install on the 2nd and 3rd computer, it only allows you the time left on the first computer, which to me, should be clearly advertised on the box, which I could not see it anywhere. I would have bought the other option of it, where they send you 3 discs. I did not realize it was this way. 4/5 APRIL - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User 3 PC (Software) I love norton. I buy about 10 copies a year because I have a lot of computers. I was a bit mislead by this box, 1 user 3 pcs. I thought I could install it on 3 pcs in my home and it would run for a year on each pc. well, it does not. My antivirus protection on my computers expires at different times. I just realized that when you install on the 2nd and 3rd computer, it only allows you the time left on the first computer, which to me, should be clearly advertised on the box, which I could not see it anywhere. I would have bought the other option of it, where they send you 3 discs. I did not realize it was this way. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 19, 2011

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  Sluggish Resource Hog

  I had switched to Norton back in 2009 when they started getting positive reviews for keeping resource usage at a minimum. I haven't had any real complaints with it until this 2012 version. Ever since installing it my computer runs sluggish & found it was Norton (ccSvcHst.exe) eating up 88% of my CPU just idling, it wasn't even scanning! Norton is quick to report other applications with resource usage but doesn't report itself. I cannot in good conscious recommend this product until they fix this issue & go back to using minimum resources as they did in 2009-2011. 2/5 SmokeRingHalo "smokeringhalo" (St Louis, Mo) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User 3 PC (Software) I had switched to Norton back in 2009 when they started getting positive reviews for keeping resource usage at a minimum. I haven't had any real complaints with it until this 2012 version. Ever since installing it my computer runs sluggish & found it was Norton (ccSvcHst.exe) eating up 88% of my CPU just idling, it wasn't even scanning! Norton is quick to report other applications with resource usage but doesn't report itself. I cannot in good conscious recommend this product until they fix this issue & go back to using minimum resources as they did in 2009-2011. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 27, 2011

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  All You Need

  When we had Internet Security and 360, we never used any of their features. Antivirus is all you need. Installed easily and works behind the scenes. 5/5 Nuke (Idaho Falls) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User 3 PC (Software) When we had Internet Security and 360, we never used any of their features. Antivirus is all you need. Installed easily and works behind the scenes. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 24, 2011

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  List Price: $59.99
  

  Get up and running fast with quick setup and easy-to-use features

  Industry-leading security with 4 unique layers of powerful protection

  Detects and eliminates viruses and spyware; protects against dangerous applications

  Proactively stops online threats before they can infect your computer

  Won't slow down your computer or disrupt your work and play

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  Norton Internet Security 2011 - 1 User/3 PC [Old Version]

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (330 reviews):

  (4.1/5)

  

  Renewal Costs More Than New Software - Otherwise OK

  I have been using the Norton security products for many years, and I have been for the most part very satisfied with them. The one gripe I have is that every year when I go to renew my subscription, I find that I can purchase new copies of the software for less than the renewal price. Although it is relatively easy to buy new copies of the software every year and avoid the exorbitant renewal costs, I feel like Symantec is trying to take advantage of me. I think loyal customers should be rewarded with renewal costs that are at or below readily available costs for the new software from reliable sources like Amazon. Instead, Symantec prefers to try to gouge its customers. For this software which is currently selling for $37.99 on Amazon, Symantec charges $59.99 for renewal. Shame on you Symantec! 3/5 Linus Linder - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2011 - 1 User/3 PC [Old Version] (Software) I have been using the Norton security products for many years, and I have been for the most part very satisfied with them. The one gripe I have is that every year when I go to renew my subscription, I find that I can purchase new copies of the software for less than the renewal price. Although it is relatively easy to buy new copies of the software every year and avoid the exorbitant renewal costs, I feel like Symantec is trying to take advantage of me. I think loyal customers should be rewarded with renewal costs that are at or below readily available costs for the new software from reliable sources like Amazon. Instead, Symantec prefers to try to gouge its customers. For this software which is currently selling for $37.99 on Amazon, Symantec charges $59.99 for renewal. Shame on you Symantec! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 6, 2010

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  Norton continues its good run.... still some flaws and cosmetic improvements this time

  I have been using Norton Antivirus/Internet security for years now (on 3 PCs running XP) and the big turn around for the past few years with 'light' software has been great. Most times, issues have been due to non-removal of other/earlier versions of Norton software.Installation: The recent improvements in installation are continuing to be great. I was able to upgrade from NIS2010 to 2011 in under 2 minutes. If you still have license period left from your previous installation, choose to upgrade using Norton upgrade option (You'll get pop-up notice or check Support - Check new version/product update). If you upgrade using the disc, it will over-write your existing license period (doesn't make sense, but that is the case here). However, after internet upgrade, you can enter the license code from the disc to extend the license for another year (just before your license period expires). During installation, you may notice wireless connection disconnecting a couple of times,... 4/5 Gene Cloner (St Louis) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2011 - 1 User/3 PC [Old Version] (Software) I have been using Norton Antivirus/Internet security for years now (on 3 PCs running XP) and the big turn around for the past few years with 'light' software has been great. Most times, issues have been due to non-removal of other/earlier versions of Norton software.Installation: The recent improvements in installation are continuing to be great. I was able to upgrade from NIS2010 to 2011 in under 2 minutes. If you still have license period left from your previous installation, choose to upgrade using Norton upgrade option (You'll get pop-up notice or check Support - Check new version/product update). If you upgrade using the disc, it will over-write your existing license period (doesn't make sense, but that is the case here). However, after internet upgrade, you can enter the license code from the disc to extend the license for another year (just before your license period expires). During installation, you may notice wireless connection disconnecting a couple of times,... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 27, 2010

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  One of the best if not the best IS software

  Well, after a few month of beta testing I guess it's time to give everybody my opinion. Since 2010 Norton became my favorite security suite for my PC, and this one is no exception. I tested it on 3 different PC running XP Pro, Vista H.P.32bit and Windows 7 Ultimate 32bit. Once you get this software it will let you install on 3 different computers. Haven't tested 64bit version, but I'm pretty sure it should work the same. For those who already has a 2010 edition you won't see mush of the changes, it's more like refined version, which is a very good thing. For the interface it keeps the dark theme, with yellow text, but moves the large graphic security status indicator from the main interface window up to the task-bar and system tray icons. The UI is impressively easy to use. It's still very fast light on resources, with an extremely good protection. As for everybody else here's what to expect:Installation: Once you run the installer, the program is ready to operate in about a... 5/5 Vidis "Vidis" (MO USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2011 - 1 User/3 PC [Old Version] (Software) Well, after a few month of beta testing I guess it's time to give everybody my opinion. Since 2010 Norton became my favorite security suite for my PC, and this one is no exception. I tested it on 3 different PC running XP Pro, Vista H.P.32bit and Windows 7 Ultimate 32bit. Once you get this software it will let you install on 3 different computers. Haven't tested 64bit version, but I'm pretty sure it should work the same. For those who already has a 2010 edition you won't see mush of the changes, it's more like refined version, which is a very good thing. For the interface it keeps the dark theme, with yellow text, but moves the large graphic security status indicator from the main interface window up to the task-bar and system tray icons. The UI is impressively easy to use. It's still very fast light on resources, with an extremely good protection. As for everybody else here's what to expect:Installation: Once you run the installer, the program is ready to operate in about a... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 28, 2010

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  List Price: $69.99
  

  Updates automatically, offers easy-to-use features and includes free customer support during your subscription period.

  Lets you email, chat and surf the web without worrying about cybercriminals ripping you off.

  Guards against online identity theft so you can shop, bank and visit social networks with confidence.

  Surf, shop, and bank online safely with the fast, light threat protection of Norton Internet Security 2011.

  Delivers the industry's fastest security suite for protection from online dangers without sacrificing performance.

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  Norton Antivirus 2011 - 1 User [Old Version]

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (178 reviews):

  (4.2/5)

  

  Not Trial Version

  I purchased the product from Amazon and it arrived very quicky. Product is as decribed. It is not a trial version. After install, it did say that I had a 3 day trial, however, the instructions that came with the software say that you must activate the product within 15 days of install. A product key is attached to the instructions. After I entered the key and activated the software, my subscription went from 3 days to 365 days. 5/5 Guacamole - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2011 - 1 User [Old Version] (Software) I purchased the product from Amazon and it arrived very quicky. Product is as decribed. It is not a trial version. After install, it did say that I had a 3 day trial, however, the instructions that came with the software say that you must activate the product within 15 days of install. A product key is attached to the instructions. After I entered the key and activated the software, my subscription went from 3 days to 365 days. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 7, 2010

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  Outstanding AntiVirus Software

  Had problems with my PC related to unwanted virus's and malware.Current product was useless.Bought and installed Norton, ran scan, and problems went away.What more can I say. It worked great. 5/5 J. Churas (Wakefield, RI United States) - See all my reviews, November 26, 2010

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  I love it!

  When I first opened this after downloading it, it did say 15 days but when I registered with my email address and name and entered the product code it gave me a full year. 4/5 M. Petersen - See all my reviews, November 23, 2010

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  List Price: $39.99
  

  Anti Virus, Anti Spyware, Bot Protection, Norton Download Insight, Norton File Insight

  Norton Threat Insight, Norton Pulse Updates, Norton System Insight, Anti Rootkit, Vulnerability Protection

  NortonTM Insight Network, SONARTM 3 Behavioral Protection

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  Norton Antivirus 2010 1-User/3PC [Old Version]

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (66 reviews):

  (3.3/5)

  

  It's Only A 1year rental

  I've used Norton for 9 years and at the end of each year I buy the next version (when "I" get the time). Their policy has always been that your anti virus still functions but the latest updates are not given unless your paid subscription is up to date. This is fair and fine. What is piss poor customer treatment is now the minute your subscription expires your anti virus is turned off leaving you exposed on the internet! I won't be held hostage again I switched to Vipre and its even better(check out all the 5 star reviews). I won't have something I paid for taken away until I pay them a fresh ransom! As consumers send them a message or expect all of them to start doing this!Update - Microsoft Security Essentials Is a FREE (anti virus) program downloaded from Microsoft and works extremely well. It consumes very little of your computers resources and seem to catch everything. This might be their best kept secret ever! An IT manager in my workplace recommend it to me and I've... 1/5 Michael E "Michael E" (pa) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2010 1-User/3PC [Old Version] (CD-ROM) I've used Norton for 9 years and at the end of each year I buy the next version (when "I" get the time). Their policy has always been that your anti virus still functions but the latest updates are not given unless your paid subscription is up to date. This is fair and fine. What is piss poor customer treatment is now the minute your subscription expires your anti virus is turned off leaving you exposed on the internet! I won't be held hostage again I switched to Vipre and its even better(check out all the 5 star reviews). I won't have something I paid for taken away until I pay them a fresh ransom! As consumers send them a message or expect all of them to start doing this!Update - Microsoft Security Essentials Is a FREE (anti virus) program downloaded from Microsoft and works extremely well. It consumes very little of your computers resources and seem to catch everything. This might be their best kept secret ever! An IT manager in my workplace recommend it to me and I've... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 30, 2009

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  NORTON/SYMANTEC CUSTOMER SERVICE IS TERRIBLE

  I have purchased Norton/Symantec Antivirus products for the last seven years, but only recently have tried to use the customer service. Folks, do NOT buy any product from Norton/Symantec if you ever want customer service or any technical support whatsoever.THEIR TECH SUPPORT IS INCREDIBLY POOR!!!My son's laptop recently contracted a virus/trojan. We contacted customer service for assistance because the virus scan was not picking up the virus and the virus was preventing updates from being loaded.AFTER ONE HOUR ON HOLD for a tech, we were told we would have to pay for tech support -- $99.99.then Symantec charged my account twice for the $99.99.Then I was placed on hold for over one hour with no response -- I finally hung up.Then they tried the better part of a Saturday night and Sunday morning to remove the virus. Four or five different people tried and each person repeated the same futile steps the previous... 1/5 Hampster (Northampton, MA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2010 1-User/3PC [Old Version] (CD-ROM) I have purchased Norton/Symantec Antivirus products for the last seven years, but only recently have tried to use the customer service. Folks, do NOT buy any product from Norton/Symantec if you ever want customer service or any technical support whatsoever.THEIR TECH SUPPORT IS INCREDIBLY POOR!!!My son's laptop recently contracted a virus/trojan. We contacted customer service for assistance because the virus scan was not picking up the virus and the virus was preventing updates from being loaded.AFTER ONE HOUR ON HOLD for a tech, we were told we would have to pay for tech support -- $99.99.then Symantec charged my account twice for the $99.99.Then I was placed on hold for over one hour with no response -- I finally hung up.Then they tried the better part of a Saturday night and Sunday morning to remove the virus. Four or five different people tried and each person repeated the same futile steps the previous... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 22, 2009

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  Product disables itself unless you pay yearly renewal fees.

  Product disables itself unless you pay yearly renewal fees.I'm giving all Norton 2009 and 2010 antivirus products a 1-star because of their "software-as-rental" policies.I thought the 1 year subscription period meant that automatic updates would no longer be provided, but that otherwise the product would continue to work OK.Wrong.The software stops working and disables itself, unless you pay the yearly renewal fees, which are much higher than so-called "buying" the next year's version.Imagine if Windows stopped working, unless you kept paying yearly fees to Microsoft, forever. 1/5 Kirth Gersen (USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2010 1-User/3PC [Old Version] (CD-ROM) Product disables itself unless you pay yearly renewal fees.I'm giving all Norton 2009 and 2010 antivirus products a 1-star because of their "software-as-rental" policies.I thought the 1 year subscription period meant that automatic updates would no longer be provided, but that otherwise the product would continue to work OK.Wrong.The software stops working and disables itself, unless you pay the yearly renewal fees, which are much higher than so-called "buying" the next year's version.Imagine if Windows stopped working, unless you kept paying yearly fees to Microsoft, forever. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 29, 2009

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  List Price: $59.99
  

  Tells you what attacks it catches, where they came from and what they did so you can avoid future attacks

  Proactive protection automatically removes threats and stops new attacks before they can do damage

  Uses intelligence-driven technology for faster, fewer, shorter scans--spend more time using your PC and less time waiting for scans

  Provides clear, useful information about the CPU and memory resources used by applications to help you keep your PC running at top speed

  Norton AntiVirus 2010 delivers industry-leading protection against viruses, spyware and more without slowing down your PC

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  Norton Internet Security 2012 3User [Download]

  Digital Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (265 reviews):

  (4.2/5)

  

  Less cluttered interface and fairly faster than 2011

  Norton woke-up in 2009/10 making the interface user-friendly and its signature updates running in the background making the software less resource-hogging. It's continuing the same trend this year (NIS2012) with a little less cluttered interface - meaning most features automated for the novice user, but you have to dig in deep to make advanced changes. It works well with Windows7 as well as Win XP if you care (I don't have Vista - so cannot comment about that).1. Installation: As in the recent versions of NIS, installation was a snap. It took under 2 minutes, but needed a restart. If you have existing license for NIS, download the update from support -> check for new version menu item from within NIS. You can update the license number from the disk later when your license is about to expire. In previous version(s), NIS overwrote existing license period if you upgraded from disk. I havent checked it on this version (I still have about 90 days left, too risky!!)... 5/5 Gene Cloner (St Louis) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2012 - 1 User 3PC (Software) Norton woke-up in 2009/10 making the interface user-friendly and its signature updates running in the background making the software less resource-hogging. It's continuing the same trend this year (NIS2012) with a little less cluttered interface - meaning most features automated for the novice user, but you have to dig in deep to make advanced changes. It works well with Windows7 as well as Win XP if you care (I don't have Vista - so cannot comment about that).1. Installation: As in the recent versions of NIS, installation was a snap. It took under 2 minutes, but needed a restart. If you have existing license for NIS, download the update from support -> check for new version menu item from within NIS. You can update the license number from the disk later when your license is about to expire. In previous version(s), NIS overwrote existing license period if you upgraded from disk. I havent checked it on this version (I still have about 90 days left, too risky!!)... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 13, 2011

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  NIS 2011 Was Better

  I bought this because the 1 year sub was up on 2011 and I was able to get 2012 for cheaper than sub for another year for the 2011 version.Install was easy but I don't see much of a difference in what 2012 offers than what 2011 had. There are a few things I don't like about 2012:1. It scans my system a lot slower.2. No option to totally turn off autoupdate like you could in 2011. Can turn off auto but pulse updates turn on then and gets greyed out so there is no way to have them both be off at the same time. I like to update it manually liked I did 2011 but can't now.3. No way to turn off quick scans like you could in 2011.4. Seems to load slower at start up when set to "aggresive" but 2011 started right away.5. When you click on settings or any of the options the software takes longer to respond. At first I didn't think I had clicked right and tried again but it took a few seconds to respond. Future tries have the... 3/5 E. Hendrix - See all my reviews, October 28, 2011

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  Quality Internet Security Suite for 2012

  This version appears to build upon the 2011 version. A simplified user interface masks an upgraded version of the 2011 interface. The user can now select to either have the simpler interface appear when opening up the Norton product, allowing for easy access to launch scans or for checking on/running live updates or otherwise one can set the product to regularly open up to the more advanced interface, displaying a revival of CPU and Norton usage meters, along with a trust level meter displaying the amount of files currently trusted by Norton that are on the computer after a reputation scan has been executed and also in conjunction to what setting one has selected beforehand for computer scanning purposes. The product appears to function well, with no real noticable slowdown in performance from the previous version thus continuing on with Norton's lighter footprint design and improvements which were introduced with the 2009 versions of Nortons. Quick scans are now automatically... 5/5 Dan - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2012 - 1 User 3PC (Software) This version appears to build upon the 2011 version. A simplified user interface masks an upgraded version of the 2011 interface. The user can now select to either have the simpler interface appear when opening up the Norton product, allowing for easy access to launch scans or for checking on/running live updates or otherwise one can set the product to regularly open up to the more advanced interface, displaying a revival of CPU and Norton usage meters, along with a trust level meter displaying the amount of files currently trusted by Norton that are on the computer after a reputation scan has been executed and also in conjunction to what setting one has selected beforehand for computer scanning purposes. The product appears to function well, with no real noticable slowdown in performance from the previous version thus continuing on with Norton's lighter footprint design and improvements which were introduced with the 2009 versions of Nortons. Quick scans are now automatically... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 16, 2011

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  List Price: $79.99
  Price: $25.27
  You Save: $54.72 (68%)

  Norton Management: is cloud based so you can download, install, transfer, update or renew Norton products from anywhere right over the internet.

  Network mapping and monitoring; antispam; smart firewall

  Superior protection with fast scan speeds and low impact on PC performance

  Download Insight 2.0: Protects you from dangerous applications before you install them by telling you if they are harmful or unstable.

  Stops viruses and spyware before they reach your computer

  Social network protection; browser protection; phishing protection

  Norton Protection System: Provides industry-leading security with four unique layers of powerful protection proven to proactively stop online threats before they can infect your computer.

  Online identity protection; parental controls management

  Norton Safe Web: Proactively protects you while you surf the Web by warning of and blocking unsafe and fake websites right in your search results

  Insight: Stops new online threats before they can cause you trouble by checking where files came from and how long they have been around.

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  Norton Internet Security 2012 - 1 User 3PC

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (265 reviews):

  (4.2/5)

  

  Less cluttered interface and fairly faster than 2011

  Norton woke-up in 2009/10 making the interface user-friendly and its signature updates running in the background making the software less resource-hogging. It's continuing the same trend this year (NIS2012) with a little less cluttered interface - meaning most features automated for the novice user, but you have to dig in deep to make advanced changes. It works well with Windows7 as well as Win XP if you care (I don't have Vista - so cannot comment about that).1. Installation: As in the recent versions of NIS, installation was a snap. It took under 2 minutes, but needed a restart. If you have existing license for NIS, download the update from support -> check for new version menu item from within NIS. You can update the license number from the disk later when your license is about to expire. In previous version(s), NIS overwrote existing license period if you upgraded from disk. I havent checked it on this version (I still have about 90 days left, too risky!!)... 5/5 Gene Cloner (St Louis) - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2012 - 1 User 3PC (Software) Norton woke-up in 2009/10 making the interface user-friendly and its signature updates running in the background making the software less resource-hogging. It's continuing the same trend this year (NIS2012) with a little less cluttered interface - meaning most features automated for the novice user, but you have to dig in deep to make advanced changes. It works well with Windows7 as well as Win XP if you care (I don't have Vista - so cannot comment about that).1. Installation: As in the recent versions of NIS, installation was a snap. It took under 2 minutes, but needed a restart. If you have existing license for NIS, download the update from support -> check for new version menu item from within NIS. You can update the license number from the disk later when your license is about to expire. In previous version(s), NIS overwrote existing license period if you upgraded from disk. I havent checked it on this version (I still have about 90 days left, too risky!!)... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 13, 2011

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  NIS 2011 Was Better

  I bought this because the 1 year sub was up on 2011 and I was able to get 2012 for cheaper than sub for another year for the 2011 version.Install was easy but I don't see much of a difference in what 2012 offers than what 2011 had. There are a few things I don't like about 2012:1. It scans my system a lot slower.2. No option to totally turn off autoupdate like you could in 2011. Can turn off auto but pulse updates turn on then and gets greyed out so there is no way to have them both be off at the same time. I like to update it manually liked I did 2011 but can't now.3. No way to turn off quick scans like you could in 2011.4. Seems to load slower at start up when set to "aggresive" but 2011 started right away.5. When you click on settings or any of the options the software takes longer to respond. At first I didn't think I had clicked right and tried again but it took a few seconds to respond. Future tries have the... 3/5 E. Hendrix - See all my reviews, October 28, 2011

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  Quality Internet Security Suite for 2012

  This version appears to build upon the 2011 version. A simplified user interface masks an upgraded version of the 2011 interface. The user can now select to either have the simpler interface appear when opening up the Norton product, allowing for easy access to launch scans or for checking on/running live updates or otherwise one can set the product to regularly open up to the more advanced interface, displaying a revival of CPU and Norton usage meters, along with a trust level meter displaying the amount of files currently trusted by Norton that are on the computer after a reputation scan has been executed and also in conjunction to what setting one has selected beforehand for computer scanning purposes. The product appears to function well, with no real noticable slowdown in performance from the previous version thus continuing on with Norton's lighter footprint design and improvements which were introduced with the 2009 versions of Nortons. Quick scans are now automatically... 5/5 Dan - See all my reviews This review is from: Norton Internet Security 2012 - 1 User 3PC (Software) This version appears to build upon the 2011 version. A simplified user interface masks an upgraded version of the 2011 interface. The user can now select to either have the simpler interface appear when opening up the Norton product, allowing for easy access to launch scans or for checking on/running live updates or otherwise one can set the product to regularly open up to the more advanced interface, displaying a revival of CPU and Norton usage meters, along with a trust level meter displaying the amount of files currently trusted by Norton that are on the computer after a reputation scan has been executed and also in conjunction to what setting one has selected beforehand for computer scanning purposes. The product appears to function well, with no real noticable slowdown in performance from the previous version thus continuing on with Norton's lighter footprint design and improvements which were introduced with the 2009 versions of Nortons. Quick scans are now automatically... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 16, 2011

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  List Price: $79.99
  

  Superior protection with fast scan speeds and low impact on PC performance

  Social network protection; browser protection; phishing protection

  Stops viruses and spyware before they reach your computer

  Online identity protection; parental controls management

  Network mapping and monitoring; antispam; smart firewall

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  Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2012 - 3 Users

  Software (Kaspersky Lab)
  

  Rating (150 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  Great AV Product

  Antivirus can be a controversial subject. If you ask 20 different computer entusiasts or IT professionals what the best AV product is, you will not only get 20 different answers, but almost as many angry shouts about how horrible everybody else's picks were. Similarly, and only to make matters worse, if you do your research and read the "10 best antivirus products of 2011" articles then you will see that the rankings change all the time. Every year it seems some "who-the-heck-is-that" antivirus product makes it on to the number 1 or 2 spot for the major roundups. More frustrating is the fact that from site to site and review to review, the conclusions can be schizophrenic--with one site's number 1 pick being the other site's worst of the crop. From my own experience, I will tell you that no antivirus is a silver bullet, they all will catch some malware that others miss, and vice versa. Beware of fanboys and beware too of haters. But most of all, beware of anyone who gives you their... 5/5 Leo "Katphish" (Norwich, NY, United States) - See all my reviews, September 19, 2011

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  Solid antivirus protection

  I have this software installed on a desktop and a laptop with Windows XP. It's been running for a few days now and it is performing well. It was easy to configure and does what I expect from an anitvirus program. It updates automatically, scans files and email and monitors incoming web traffic for dangerous scripts. It doesn't slow down my system or nag me with pop-ups. Once it's configured it disappears into the background. To be clear, any program that's running in the background is going to use some memory. This software has a small footprint in comparison to others and no slow down was experienced.Prior to installation I removed the antivirus software I was currently running as recommended in the quick start instruction guide. After removal I put the Kaspersky DVD in the computer and it popped up a user friendly interface and I began the installation.The first thing I did after installation was complete was to click on the 'Update' button which downloaded... 4/5 Leslie (Midwestern USA) - See all my reviews, September 21, 2011

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  Tech Support Scam

  I have had Kaspersky Internet Security for two years. The program is great, but I encountered a problem with installation. When I tried to find the technical support number for the product, it was no where to be found on my invoice. I then went out on the internet to try and find technical support for Kaspersky product installation. However I encountered a bogus support line, that was trying to sell me additional products without helping me with my installation problem. If Kaspersky would put a tech support number on the internet invoice I received after purchasing the new 2012 edition of Internet Security, I would have been able to solve my problem without encountering a bogus site online. 3/5 Michael J. Hoctor (Titusville, Florida United States) - See all my reviews This review is from: Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2012 - 3 Users (Software) I have had Kaspersky Internet Security for two years. The program is great, but I encountered a problem with installation. When I tried to find the technical support number for the product, it was no where to be found on my invoice. I then went out on the internet to try and find technical support for Kaspersky product installation. However I encountered a bogus support line, that was trying to sell me additional products without helping me with my installation problem. If Kaspersky would put a tech support number on the internet invoice I received after purchasing the new 2012 edition of Internet Security, I would have been able to solve my problem without encountering a bogus site online. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 19, 2011

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  List Price: $59.95
  

  Website and email scanning to detect malicious software.

  Fast and effcient with small updates and intelligent scanning.

  Vulnerability Detection to seek out and repair compromised programs.

  Real-time protection against viruses, spyware, Trojans, rootkits, and more.

  Rapid reaction to new and emerging threats.

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  Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 - 3 Users

  Software (Kaspersky Lab)
  

  Rating (265 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  Great protection from Kaspersky as usual.

  Installation & First Impression:*****************************Installation of KIS 2012 was quite speedy. At the beginning of the installation process the program looked for any conflicting security programs that were already installed and to my surprise, it actually found remnants of Microsoft Security Essentials that I had previously uninstalled. After this was cleared up, it was a simple case of activating the product online and viola!, I was up and running. Albeit needing a definition update.Once KIS was up and running I downloaded the latest update, which took quite a while, and then gave it a quick scan. As this is the first 2012 malware product I've looked at thus far, it is difficult to be objective as to how Kaspersky's latest will compare with others that are released in the latter part of the year, but my initial impression is quite positive. KIS 2012 is jam-packed full of all the features that you would expect to see in such a program and definitely... 5/5 Method2Madness "Alex" (Hampton Roads, VA) - See all my reviews, September 26, 2011

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  Super slow full scan takes the sparkle off an otherwise great product

  I received Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 from the Amazon Vine Reviewer Program. Because I received the 3-license version I installed it on two PC's: desktop running Vista 32-bit and a desktop running Windows 7 64-bit.I had planned on also installing it on an XP desktop as this software gives you one code to license 3 machines for 1 year, however that is being old and fussy upon this writing and may need to die a natural death, thus I may have to install Kaspersky on yet another Win 7 machine instead. I will update this review after the third install.**Note that this software works with 32 and 64-bit Windows OS's Vista, XP and 7, but doesn't support Mac.**The Positives:Installation on both machines was easy, but much quicker on the Windows 7 machine. Probably more about the OS than this software. On both the Vista and Win 7 PC's the system moved quicker than with other antivirus' used before - Trend Micro on one and Kaspersky Pure on the... 3/5 Andrea L. Polk (Southern Oregon) - See all my reviews, October 15, 2011

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  Great protection for your computer

  This is a fantastic product. I've been using Kaspersky for 4 years now with no virus/firewall issues. Easy to install, use and update. I'd highly recommend this product. 5/5 Timmah - See all my reviews This review is from: Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 - 3 Users (Software) This is a fantastic product. I've been using Kaspersky for 4 years now with no virus/firewall issues. Easy to install, use and update. I'd highly recommend this product. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 27, 2011

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  List Price: $79.95
  

  Hybrid Protection, combining the power of the cloud and your PC

  Best-in-class, two-way Firewall to keep hackers out.

  Essential antivirus technologies plus additional layers of defense against hackers, spam, identity theft, and complex Internet threats.

  Proactive detection of unknown and emerging malware.

  Rapid, real-time reaction to new threats.

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  Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User

  Software (Symantec)
  

  Rating (26 reviews):

  (3.8/5)

  

  Well worth the investment for protection of my computer

  I thought it would be interesting to match this program with my existing PC protection program. It was interesting and I am amazed. The Norton program was able to detect huge number of dangerous items during the first scan that had been apparently being missed by the other program.Norton Antivirus 2011 was designed to protect against viruses, spyware, worms,Trojans, Bots and Dangerous Downloads. While not in any way sophisticated to the level of knowing the consequences of each of the above, all of that sounds dangerous to my work which occupies most of my time. I want it protected to the state of the art! I believe that this program will protect that which is valuable...the material used and stored on my PC.The cost is reasonable and very user friendly. 5/5 Kenneth J. Kohutek "Kenneth J. Kohutek, Ph.D." (Florida) - See all my reviews, November 2, 2011

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  Outstanding

  I am completely satisfied with my new Norton Antivirus 2012. It arrived in about 3 or 4 days... and is solving my problem with the many viruses I've gotten on my computer. I run it once a week to keep viruses away. I recommend it highly to anyone who wants to keep their computer virus free!! 5/5 SU Orange Girl - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User (CD-ROM) I am completely satisfied with my new Norton Antivirus 2012. It arrived in about 3 or 4 days... and is solving my problem with the many viruses I've gotten on my computer. I run it once a week to keep viruses away. I recommend it highly to anyone who wants to keep their computer virus free!! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 29, 2011

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  Solid Product.

  What can I say? I've been buying this product so long that it's one of those "must haves" for my PCs. Every year it gets easier and less of a hastle. Just load it up and let it work. I hope this helps! 5/5 Chef Rob (Sugar Land, Texas) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Norton Antivirus 2012 - 1 User (CD-ROM) What can I say? I've been buying this product so long that it's one of those "must haves" for my PCs. Every year it gets easier and less of a hastle. Just load it up and let it work. I hope this helps! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 3, 2012

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  List Price: $39.99
  

  Get up and running fast with quick setup and easy-to-use features

  Proactively stops online threats before they can infect your computer

  Won't slow down your computer or disrupt your work and play

  Industry-leading security with 4 unique layers of powerful protection

  Detects and eliminates viruses and spyware; protects against dangerous applications

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