Norton Internet Security description
A very useful internet security utility that will protect your computer while you surf online

Norton Internet Security 2008 is a very useful internet security utility that will protect your computer while you surf online.

The chaos and rapid growth of the World Wide Web have created the perfect environment for malicious and damaging entities that threaten your PC and your identity. The important documents stored in your computer must be protected from hackers and other virtual prowlers. With Norton Internet Security, you will be able to enjoy your computer with confidence, knowing that viruses and spyware will be either blocked or removed. All kinds of malicious programs will be removed automatically, including the damaging side effects.

Here are some key features of "Norton Internet Security":

· Detects and blocks spyware, viruses and adware.
· Automatically blocks intruders, hacker and identity thieves.
· Inspects both incoming and outgoing Internet traffic.
· Scans email and IM attachments for security threats and risks.
· View the security status of your computer with one click


New Features
· Norton Identity Safe keeps your personal information and your identity safe when you buy, bank and browse online.
· SONAR (Symantec Online Network for Advanced Response) technology delivers behavior-based protection that can detect emerging spyware and viruses even before traditional signature-based definitions are available.
· Stores and encrypts your passwords and other confidential data, automatically filling it at your request to save time and protect it from being stolen by eavesdropping keystroke loggers.
· Network security monitoring checks the status of your wireless network security, maps connected devices, and provides expert advice on managing your network security settings.

Requirements:

· IE 6.0 or higher
· 300 MHz or higher processor
· 256MB of RAM
· 300MB of hard disk space

Supported email scanning
· POP3 SMTP compatible email clients like Outlook & Outlook Express
· Supported instant messaging clientsAOL Instant Messenger 4.7 or higher
· Yahoo! Instant Messenger 5.0 or higher
· MSN Messenger 6.0, or higher


Limitations:

· 30 days trial


NOTE:
· In order to test the new Norton Internet Security you need to register an account here.
· The BETA product comes with a 14 day-trial period.