Norton 360 3.0 1-User/3Pc Review

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(More customer reviews)I first started using Norton 360 on my laptop running Windows XP and it was pretty awful. It would always "ding" an alert or notice on every legitimate web site or online retailer. In addition, my laptop became terribly s-l-o-w. So bad in fact I thought it was my memory, and even with a memory upgrade it was crawling along. After that experience, I evolved into a new laptop running Windows Vista and bought Kaspersky Internet Security. This was a total disaster. Kaspersky, in my experience, is total junk! EVERY web page and browsing experience was blocked with so many "threat" notices that I had to disable it just to use Internet explorer. Not even Mozilla Firefox had a chance. So, in need of relief, I saw this "new" version of Norton 360. I removed the Kaspersky and installed Norton 360 Version 3.0 (As of April 8, 2009 be careful what you buy, when I was shopping, many stores were still carrying the older 2.0 version.) I did cautiously backup my system before installing this, and after installing it; it pretty much works as described. It will keep log-ins, and passwords stored within its program for various sites, like Amazon.com for example and these are password protected.
What is more noticeable to me, over my past experience with Norton 360 Version 1.0 is the "diet" the software has undergone. On my laptop, again running Windows Vista, (two years old) there does not appear to be any lag, or sluggishness, and you could argue it is faster than when Kaspersky was running. At first I thought the protection was not running, but it is, and I don't notice it.
As far as options, there is a Premier Version 3.0 and a "plain" Version 3.0. The main difference, as you see on the back of the box, is an upgrade in online storage. I have not tried to use the online storage and don't plan on using it. I already have a big enough external back-up drive and I do not like uploading my personal or sensitive files for someone else to hold onto. But it's your call in the end.
Pros: "light" software, hardly noticeable, compatible with Windows Vista, and able to securely remember log-ins and passwords
Cons: Having to buy this every year
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Norton 360 Version 3.0 offers proven performance, delivering today's fastest and lightest all-in-one solution for protecting your PC and all your online activities. It protects against viruses, worms, hackers, and botnets, safeguards against online identity theft, protects important files, and keeps your PC tuned and running at peak performance. Completely automated and easy to use, Norton 360 works quietly in the background, with virtually no impact on PC performance, to provide comprehensive protection for everything computer users care about. By offering an unmatched combination of performance and protection, it helps you get the most out of your PC and your online experience.

New--Ultra fast and super light performance Norton 360 Version 3.0 is the fastest and lightest all-in-one PC protection solution available on the market today. It delivers industry-leading protection for your PC and all your online activities while using significantly fewer system resources, so it won't slow you down:
Startup time is less than 1 minute.
Scans take less than 3 minutes.
It uses less than 10 MB of memory.
New--Rapid installation gets you up and running quickly in less than 1 minute.
New--Norton Pulse Updates deliver up-to-the-minute protection against new threats every 5 to 15 minutes.
New--Norton Insight scans only those files at risk, saving time and dramatically improving protection with faster, fewer, shorter scans.
New--Smart Startup Manager turns off unnecessary programs to accelerate PC startup time.
It automatically performs tasks in the background and during PC idle time to eliminate interruptions and minimize any impact on PC performance.

Industry-leading PC security Our latest virus, spyware, botnet, firewall, and network protection technologies protect you and your PC at all times.
New--Botnet detection Prevents others from taking control of your PC to access your private information or use it to host an attack on other PCs.
New--Norton Safe Web Identifies unsafe websites and suspicious sellers so you can surf and shop with confidence.
Norton Identity Safe Identifies fraudulent websites and validates authentic ones to protect your identity when you buy, bank, and browse online.
Password Manager Automatically detects, stores, and secures logins and passwords so you can have highly secure passwords without having to remember them.
Secure, one-click login Conveniently and securely fills in online forms at your request and submits logins and passwords to your frequently visited sites while blocking eavesdropping programs like keystroke loggers.
Browser Protection Protects against Web-based attacks that use vulnerabilities in your browser to infect your PC.
New--Norton Pulse Updates Provide continuous protection against new threats automatically.
Automated backup and restore Flexible, automated, and easy-to-use backup and restore capabilities protect photos, music, documents, and other important files from loss.
Includes 2 GB of secured online storage (with option to purchase more) (requires high-speed internet access).
Easy-to-use set-and-forget features automatically back up your valuable files to a local hard drive or secured online site according to the schedule you set.
New--Norton Drive lets you queue up important files to be backed up whenever your computer is idle, so backups won't get in the way of your computing experience.
Supports a variety of local backup destinations, including external hard drives, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD, and iPod.

Network monitoring Protects your network and alerts you when you connect to an unsecured wireless network.
PC Tuneup Automatically cleans up unnecessary Internet clutter and temporary files, defragments your hard drive, and optimizes and maintains your PC to keep it running at peak performance.
New--Diagnostic recommendation Checks your PC to fix common problems and provides recommendations to help you make your PC run better.
New--Smart Startup Manager Turns off unnecessary startup programs so your PC starts up faster.
Free 24/7 support Provides easy, one-click access to expert support at no charge via email, live chat, or on the phone.
Monthly report Shows the details of your PC's activities, such as threats caught, tune-up tasks performed, and files backed up.
Ongoing protection Keeps your computer protected from the latest Internet risks by automatically renewing your subscription at the regular subscription price (plus applicable tax), so you don't have to do it.
New--Real-time SONAR (Symantec Online Network for Advanced Response) Detects emerging spyware and viruses before traditional cures are available.
Network map Provides a visual picture of your network and each device connected to it, allowing you to view the security status of all Norton products on the network.
Optional antispam and parental controls Are available for easy download via the Norton Add-on Pack.

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