Norton Internet Security 2008 and Norton AntiVirus 2008 Released
Symantec has launched Norton Internet Security 2008 and Norton AntiVirus 2008 for Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Windows Vista users. With Norton 2008 products, users have powerful solutions that effectively guard against new threats and extend protection beyond the PC to wireless home networks and online identities. Both products also include the powerful SONAR behavioral detection technology that protects against malicious code before standard virus and spyware detection definitions have been created.
New to Norton in 2008:
- Browser Defender — Zero-day proactive protection against obfuscated code attacks using ActiveX, JavaScript, and VBScript that specifically target the IE browser.
- Norton Identity Safe — Control which information is shared with Web sites, stores private information securely, and fills in passwords and Web forms automatically. It stores and encrypts passwords and other confidential data, automatically retrieving it at a user’s request to save time and protect it from being stolen by eavesdropping keystroke loggers. (Included in Norton Internet Security 2008 only)
- One-Click Support — Delivers the same convenient access to support options previously available in Norton 360. This all-new approach to support automatically troubleshoots common issues such as connectivity, licensing, and product activation. It also provides direct access to tech support via telephone, free email or free live chat — all from within the main user interface.
- Home Network Feature — Monitors the overall security status of other computers with Norton Internet Security 2008 or Norton AntiVirus 2008 installed. In addition, within Norton Internet Security 2008 this feature checks the status of wireless network security, alerts users when they connect to an unsecure wireless network, and provides expert advice to help users manage network security settings. Wireless network security status provides recommendations for securing wireless routers along with educational information about home network security.
- Performance — Compared to Norton Internet Security 2007, the 2008 user interface responds 22% faster and completes a quick scan up to 39% faster.
Pricing and Availability:
Norton AntiVirus 2008:
Retail price of Norton AntiVirus 2008 is US$39.99, includes a one-year service subscription to use the product and receive Symantec’s protection updates. Norton AntiVirus 2008 Small Office Packs for five and 10 users will be available for a suggested retail price of US$89.99 and US$149.99, respectively.
Norton Internet Security 2008:
The suggested retail price for Norton Internet Security 2008 is US$69.99 for a three PC license, which includes a one-year service subscription to use the product and receive Symantec’s protection updates. Norton Internet Security 2008 Small Office Packs for five and 10 users will be available for a suggested retail price of US$109.99 and US$199.99, respectively.
Norton AntiVirus 2008 and Norton Internet Security 2008 are available for purchase through the Symantec online store at www.symantecstore.com as well as various retail locations and online.
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