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Symantec’s Norton 360 is probably the most well known security suite, not least because it comes installed on virtually every new PC. Pitched at novices not wanting the complexities of managing their computer’s safety, the package includes a personal...
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del.icio.us reddit! TechBlips Facebook Stumbleupon Newsvine tweet Nortons 360 security suite has become extremely popular in the two years since it was first released, and aims to provide an all-in-one solution for online security, as well as keeping...
Good new feature, Good protection, Nice interface, Easy to install...
Not a massive upgrade from 2.0...
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Weve been impressed with Norton 360 - security for those who want something simple but effective. Were also impressed with the changes in Norton Internet Security 2009.The good news is that Norton 360 Version 3.0 brings together the lighter, faster p...
Weve been impressed with Norton 360 - security for those who want something simple but effective. Were also impressed with the changes in Norton Internet Security 2009. So how does Norton 360 version 3.0 stack up?...
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Symantec made great improvements in the previous iteration of its Norton 360 suite, addressing many of the long-running concerns with the software, with faster scans and a reduced impact on system performance. Version 3.0 brings a few new additions to...
Excellent range of features; comprehensive security; low impact on system performance; superb antivirus, antimalware and firewall protection...
No encryption or protection for backups; not enough new features for an upgrade...
The latest version of Norton 360 does a great job of keeping your computer secure, and running efficiently...
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Despite the fact that there arent many major additions in terms of features and components in this years version, the overall improvement is dramatic enough to help Norton 360 maintain its reputation in this market. Symantec has done an excellent jo...
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Each spring, Symantec updates Norton 360 to incorporate its latest internet security engine, alongside the traditional backup client and a few "tuneup" trinkets. This year it gains the Norton Internet Security 2009 back-end, an engine explicitly design...
A simple, nimble all-in-one suite for those who don't want to get bogged down in the details...
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When we first reviewed Norton 360, it handily won our Editors’ Choice award. At the time, after all, it was rare to find a security suite that could tune up your PC, store your passwords, back up files online, and scan for viruses and malware. Times ha...
Simple, automated interface is ideal for beginners, Rates Web sites in your browser and warns of unsafe ones, Fast installation, Quiet mode suppresses pop-ups...
Users must download parental controls as a separate program, Not many customizable settings...
The third generation of Symantec’s security suite is easy to use, and offers plenty of automation for novices.
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Symantec claim that Norton 360 is speedier and much lighter on resources than previous versions. Read this review to find out whether or not the product lives up to those claims. IntroductionI have never been an admirer of the Nortons security soluti...
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Over the past few years, security suites have managed to pick up a bad reputation for being bloated and slowing down the PCs on which they are installed. They are, in fact, sometimes regarded as necessary evils—users install them, but only begrudgingly...
Community Trust Features, Quick Scanning...
Clunky Interface with too many clustered windows...
FeaturesThe first of the four modules is broadly named “PC Security”, and includes the scanning and firewall functions. The scanning engine clubs antivirus and antimalware into a single unit, sparing users the trouble of worrying about the fin...
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Symantec made great improvements in the previous iteration of its Norton 360 suite, addressing many of the long-running concerns with the software, with faster scans and a reduced impact on system performance. Version 3.0 brings a few new additions to...
Excellent range of features; comprehensive security; low impact on system performance; superb anti-virus, anti-malware and firewall protection...
No encryption or protection for backups; not enough new features for an upgrade...
The latest version of Norton 360 does a great job of keeping your computer secure, and running efficiently...
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Last year Symantec released a new version of its Norton Internet Security suite aimed at minimizing the impact on system performance. Norton 360 version 3.0 ($79.99 direct for 3 licenses, $99.99 with 25GB of online storage) has gotten the same slimm...
Speedy installation. Minimal performance impact. Praised by AV test labs. Powerful firewall, anti-malware. Password management, identity protection. Blocks bad sites. Local, online backup. PC tuneup. Detailed history, diagnostic reports.
Serious problems with chat-based support arose during testing. Antispam still inaccurate. Parental control still rudimentary. Backup doesnt store previous file versions.
Norton 360 offers the same security protection as Norton 2009 and adds tuneup, a comprehensive local and online backup utility, and many new and enhanced features. Its a great choice if you need a security suite that includes backup. Some of my experi...
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If you’re a loyal Norton 360 user, you’ve learned to be patient. Symantec gave Norton Internet Security a major upgrade last year. It uses fewer resources and scans files much faster than previous versions. The world cheered, but those with...
Uses same engine as Norton Internet Security 2009; lower CPU and memory profiles; alert-queuing during full-screen presentations, movies, and games; multiple backup sets for different content, destinations, and schedules; Startup Manager measures boot...
Backup component doesn’t support passwords, file compression, or drive cloning; Norton Identity Safe can’t import Firefox logins and passwords; antispam component needs work; parental controls are limited...
Norton 360 3.0 has the same scan engine as Norton Internet Security 2009. As a result, it’s faster, less intrusive, and easier to use than previous versions. Symantec has also improved the backup and tune-up components...
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