Norton 360 Version 6.0 Public Beta Now Available
Norton 360 Version 6.0 Public Beta Now Available
All-in-one security suite
designed to deliver strongest protection and performance
ever
Today Norton by Symantec
(Nasdaq: SYMC) released the public beta of version 6.0 of
its award-winning all-in-one security suite Norton 360. The
beta is available for free download from the Norton beta website, and includes the
powerful core security technology found in Norton Internet
Security 2012, in addition to enhanced PC tuneup and backup
capabilities. The Norton 360 beta is designed to deliver the
strongest, most comprehensive protection for consumers,
without sacrificing speed or performance. According to
Symantec’s internal testing, the version 6.0 beta
outperforms the award-winning Norton 360 version 5.0 on key
performance metrics, including an average improvement of
over 50 percent on file copy impact.
New protection
and usability improvements in the Norton 360 version 6.0
beta include:
- Norton Identity Safe in the Cloud
– Protects personal and financial information from
cybercriminals and keeps users safe from fraudulent
websites. New streamlined interface, simplified login
experience, and ability to store passwords in the cloud make
accessibility easy from any computer with Norton Internet
Security 2012 or Norton 360 version 6.0 beta installed.
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- Norton Management – New web-based
functionality lets users manage their Norton products from
anywhere in the world. Users can remotely add Norton
products, manage security settings and update subscriptions,
making it simple to check on the health of their devices or
fix issues without needing to be there in person.
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- Download Insight Stability Ratings –
Checks every downloaded file for safety before
installation and now provides users with additional data
about the predicted stability of the application in their
environment based on the stability experiences of millions
of other Symantec users.
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- Bandwidth Management
– Limits non-critical Norton updates when connected to
metered networks to avoid using up monthly data allotments
or causing overage fees.
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In addition, key
continuing features include:
- Norton Insight –
Norton’s exclusive reputation-based security technology
leverages the anonymous software adoption patterns of
millions of contributing Symantec users to automatically
identify and block never before seen malicious software.
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- SONAR – SONAR technology monitors
running applications for suspicious behavior to quickly
detect and disable previously unknown threats.
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- Norton User Experience – From the
streamlined main user interface, Norton 360 version 6.0 beta
offers quick access to Norton Mobile Security Lite, Norton Cybercrime Index, Norton Online Family and website ratings
service Norton Safe Web.
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Beta
Availability
The Norton 360 version 6.0
beta is available for free public download now at the Norton Beta Center. Beta testers are
encouraged to share feedback and discuss their product
experiences in our online Norton Public Beta
Forum.
About Norton by
Symantec
Symantec’s Norton products protect consumers from
cybercrime with technologies like antivirus, anti-spyware and phishing protection -- while also being
light on system resources. The company also provides
services such as PC tuneup, and family online safety. Like Norton on
Facebook at www.facebook.com/norton.
About
Symantec
Symantec is a global leader in
providing security, storage and systems management solutions
to help consumers and organisations secure and manage their
information-driven world. Our software and services protect
against more risks at more points, more completely and
efficiently, enabling confidence wherever information is
used or stored. More information is available at www.symantec.com.
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