Norton Internet Security 2012
-Let's face it, Norton probably will be burdened with the albatross of shoddy software from other decade or so, but the Norton 2012 suit marked the 4th year in a row that Symantec has made a solid, useful security suit.
Hi, Seth Rosenblatt for CNET, and in this first look, I'll be giving you a once over for Norton internet security 2012, the more robust sibling of Norton antivirus.
Both are available at download.com.
Symantec security powerhouse
comes with some sharp improvements this year.
While performance continues to improve, the company is now on a place where it only has to maintain its lighting fast one-minute install and quick scan.
You won't have to reboot your computer, although you will have register on the Norton site, but most importantly, the disaster's impact on your system that Norton used to have is long thing of the past.
Instead, it actually offers comprehensive system monitoring and lets you know when it or any other program
takes an unnecessary toll on your computer.
Download insight is Norton's under the hood tech that creates reputation ratings for downloads.
It's been improved this year to look not only whether a file you're downloading a potential threat, but whether it will adversely affect stability too.
Here, you can see it in the application rating section.
Another big change is the introduction of Norton 360 startup manager to Norton internet security.
If you're a window savvy, you're probably comfortable at handling that stuff by hand,
but even for those in the no, the Norton version makes startup changes easier to implement.
Along with polling and community ratings, you can toggle a process on rough or delay it.
Norton management is a new feature that lets you control multiple instillations of Norton from one computer.
Click the management link, log in if you haven't, and after download the control file, it will open your default browser to the control console.
The will be able to remove I products, manage and fix basic security settings,
and remotely update subscription.
Note that at the time that we shot this video, the management feature wasn't ready, but it will be by the time you test out the suit.
The identify safe has been improved too.
It now include last pass styled password handling and cloud based syncing and vault, features that some competitors have had for a while.
Other new tweaks include safe web support from chrome and a rejiggered settings interface that's a bit easier to use.
Recent independent testing confirms that the Norton
is on top of the game when it comes to keeping new safe with low percentages of false positives and high scores for blocking the nasty.
Basically, Norton continues it's solid streak of keeping you safe.
Besides the high price, there's not a lot to dislike in your internet security 2012.
For CNET, I'm
Seth Rosenblatt.
Up Next
This Van Builder Has Tips for Life on the Road
Up Next
This Van Builder Has Tips for Life on the Road
Super Nintendo World: We Tried Everything!
Super Nintendo World: We Tried Everything!
Real Estate Pro Breaks Down Property for Sale in the Metaverse
Real Estate Pro Breaks Down Property for Sale in the Metaverse
Reggie Fils-Aimé on Nintendo and the Future of Video Games
Reggie Fils-Aimé on Nintendo and the Future of Video Games
I Lost My Mind on Guardians of the Galaxy Roller Coaster
I Lost My Mind on Guardians of the Galaxy Roller Coaster
I Went Shopping in the Metaverse and Tried On a Gucci Bag
I Went Shopping in the Metaverse and Tried On a Gucci Bag
How to Download Kanye West's 'Donda 2' for the Stem Player
How to Download Kanye West's 'Donda 2' for the Stem Player
MoviePass will be back this summer -- this is how it'll work
MoviePass will be back this summer -- this is how it'll work
Watch ferrofluid turn into art
Watch ferrofluid turn into art
How Black Friday is very different this year
How Black Friday is very different this year
Tech Shows
Latest News All latest news
Laptop Buying Guide: What to Look For
Laptop Buying Guide: What to Look For
Boston Dynamics Retires Its HD Atlas Robot
Boston Dynamics Retires Its HD Atlas Robot
Taste-Testing 6 Apple Cider Vinegar Drinks
Taste-Testing 6 Apple Cider Vinegar Drinks
Testing BruMate's Leakproof Tumbler
Testing BruMate's Leakproof Tumbler
Tips and Tricks for the AirPods Pro 2
Tips and Tricks for the AirPods Pro 2
Apple 'Mercenary Attack' on iPhones Explained
Apple 'Mercenary Attack' on iPhones Explained
Most Popular All most popular
First Look at TSA's Self-Screening Tech (in VR!)
First Look at TSA's Self-Screening Tech (in VR!)
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: More AI at a Higher Cost
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: More AI at a Higher Cost
'Circle to Search' Lets Users Google From Any Screen
'Circle to Search' Lets Users Google From Any Screen
Asus Put Two 14-inch OLEDs in a Laptop, Unleashes First OLED ROG Gaming Laptop
Asus Put Two 14-inch OLEDs in a Laptop, Unleashes First OLED ROG Gaming Laptop
Samsung Galaxy Ring: First Impressions
Samsung Galaxy Ring: First Impressions
Best of Show: The Coolest Gadgets of CES 2024
Best of Show: The Coolest Gadgets of CES 2024
Latest Products All latest products
2025 Audi Q6, SQ6 E-Tron: Audi's Newest EV Is Its Most Compelling
2025 Audi Q6, SQ6 E-Tron: Audi's Newest EV Is Its Most Compelling
Hands-On with Ford's Free Tesla Charging Adapter
Hands-On with Ford's Free Tesla Charging Adapter
Nuro R3 is an Adorable Self-Driving Snack Bar
Nuro R3 is an Adorable Self-Driving Snack Bar
First Look: The $349 Nothing Phone 2A Aims to Brighten Your Day
First Look: The $349 Nothing Phone 2A Aims to Brighten Your Day
Best of MWC 2024: Bendable Screens, AI Wearables and More
Best of MWC 2024: Bendable Screens, AI Wearables and More
This Concept Laptop from Lenovo Has a Transparent Display
This Concept Laptop from Lenovo Has a Transparent Display
Latest How To All how to videos
Tips and Tricks for the AirPods Pro 2
Tips and Tricks for the AirPods Pro 2
How to Watch the Solar Eclipse Safely From Your Phone
How to Watch the Solar Eclipse Safely From Your Phone
Windows 11 Tips and Hidden Features
Windows 11 Tips and Hidden Features
Vision Pro App Walkthrough -- VisionOS 1.0.3
Vision Pro App Walkthrough -- VisionOS 1.0.3
Tips and Tricks for the Galaxy S24 Ultra
Tips and Tricks for the Galaxy S24 Ultra
TikTok Is Now on the Apple Vision Pro