The Norton name is probably most famous for its security software that has protected both computers and the information stored on those computers for over two decades. Over that time frame, while the products offered have become more diverse, they still have one goal in mind. That is to protect your computer and the well-being of both your data and your security.
Unlike many programs that you can just install and use until you find a new feature that compels you to upgrade, Norton Internet Security 2012
How does this work? Well, the version of Norton Internet Security 2012 that I am reviewing will protect up to three computers for a period of one year. When you install the software and register it with Symantec, it will automatically connect with and activate its service as well as download the latest updates of the virus signatures. At that point it is best if you go ahead and run a full scan on your system.
Along with making sure that the data on your hard drive is safe and free from viruses, Norton Internet Security 2012 also monitors your online activities to keep you safe from potential attacks, protects your online banking and shopping, and monitors your system for problems from hackers, bots, spyware, and Trojan horses.
So with all this, what's new with Norton Internet Security 2012?
• New interface has been updated and simplified to highlight only the items that are of most concern to the user – checking for updates and starting a scan. Everything else is in a panel called Advanced Settings which really simplifies your ability to navigate the system.
Article comments
1 - Anne Haines
Last year and the year before I installed a CD from Staples for Norton Internet Security. I had no problem at all; it was much easier than using Download. The days I had left from the year before (several weeks) were simply added to the renewal.
This year is a different story. I put the CD in and am asked to uninstall the rest of my previous version, and I have 23 days or so remaining. I don't want to lose these days; I've paid for them. What's different this year? It's the same product. Norton Internet Security 2011 and trying to install NIS 2012.
2 - Mark Meacham
BEWARE EVERYONE I upgraded from 2011 to 2012 and LOST all my settings!!!!!!!!!! It is going to take me a whole day to redo this. What a crock of ssst!!!!
3 - Bill
Hi, Anne and Mark instead of actually going out to buy a new disc everytime you upgrade, you can just update your 2011 to 2012 through nortons online website. If you have an active subscription, Norton provides a "free" upgrade automatically. Pretty sure all your settings are saved too.
4 - Brian aka Guppusmaximus
There is no longer a need to pay for Anti-Virus software unless your a corporation. For consumers, using Microsoft Defender, Avira Antivir or AVG should suffice. You could also take extra measures by scanning your PC once a week with Spybot -Search & Destroy for malware & spyware.
5 - michewin1
I agree with the Brian..Since there are lot of free antivirus software resources available to us like Comodo,AVG,etc.,Through which we can have complete protection of our system.