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# Page 8 - Reviews of Norton AntiVirus

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Chidananda P.  
information security analyst  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Why norton"

February 13, 2024

4.0

6 months I have used and help many regarding troubleshooting in Norton

Pros

Cost and easy to get in the market as per price value for money

Cons

its need to make better in the security and believe should get from the security team

Reason for choosing Norton AntiVirus

more reliable as a product in the market they gained the trust.

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OA

Osamah A.  
Studen  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Say Good Bye to those pesky viruses!"

September 9, 2019

5.0

Simply put, I wanted my PC to be virus-free, and Norton granted that to me! if you are suffering from viruses and online attacks do not hesitate to use Norton, it is not gonna let you down.

Pros

The ability to detect viruses does exist in every Antivirus software, but it differs from one software to another. Norton has a very solid and practical viruses detection, throughout my experience I have noticed that Noroton detects plenty of viruses in almost no time, even those pesky viruses that come in a shape of a new file created automatically every time you insert a flash memory, Norton does detect it and even delete it once and for all. Some Softwares have a very complicated interface that often intimidates the new users, However Norton's interface is very simple, comfortable and easy to use. Anyone can access all of the available features without facing any troubles one of the things that I like about Norton is that it allows you to move protection from one device to another, or even add new protection to your other device. You can also link your phone to Norton and easily detect its place if it ever gets lost!

Cons

Norton uses a lot of the RAM, causing the other programs to run slower. Norton offers new users a one-month free trial, but once the month is concluded they will have to pay to proceed with the service. The fees to get premium is not hight itself, but considering that there are other Antivirus Softwares that provide some viruses protection for free, users tend to go for the free protection regardless of the quality.

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JC

Jonathan C.  
Self-Employed  
Media Production  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "It's worth it, I promise."

July 6, 2022

5.0

I register at a lot of places online, and every new place you go can be equated to walking down a dark alley. Norton is your bodyguard.

Pros

Security. I can't say it enough: SECURITY. I've used Norton for ten or more years now, and I always know that I and my data are secure. Always.

Cons

Sometimes, depending on how large your machine's hardware is or how many files you have, it can take a little while to scan everything.

Switched from

[AVG Antivirus Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/176245/AVG-Antivirus-Business-Edition/)

I heard great things about Norton. They weren't wrong.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Sales Manager  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "With Norton Antivirus, I feel completely safe"

December 4, 2021

5.0

Sometimes the computer becomes very slow while searching for viruses, and often leave the device without opening any other file because it consumes a large proportion of RAM

Pros

The best for years in integrated and comprehensive protection from attacks, spyware and cache, and it is considered a good value for a respectable price compared to the competition

Cons

Relatively slow in dealing with and searching for viruses It consumes more ram The length of the search period may take more time than the competition

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Lucky U.  
Project coordinator  
Construction  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Norton Antivirus is the best antivirus product/software have tested! "

January 13, 2022

5.0

Norton Antivirus software is safe and perfect. Good for my computer and devices

Pros

1\. It prevents hackers from patronizing your system, devices and application. 2. The best free antivirus software with no charges or fees. 3. Norton Antivirus can scan for infections, malicious files and remove it instantly. 4. Norton Antivirus have a good firewall that protects from malware and viruses.

Cons

1\. Sometimes the software do slow down the computer or devices. 2. The software can be locked after installation. 3. Frequent update of the software. 4. A lot of advertisement on the product.

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Hermione H.  
Assistant Branch Manager  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Norton is an efficient security tool for malwares and viruses."

January 12, 2019

4.0

This tool is our basic anti-virus software for our desktop computers or laptops in our company. Due to long-term usage and efficient service, it has earned its place within our organization.

Pros

Norton Security is one of our prior choices for securing our desktops from malwares and bugs . The online security from phishing sites or any kind of harmful viruses for my desktop is being alerted and removed by this software. It basically alerts the user for any possible virus and either depletes them itself or take actions as per according to our settings. It also includes a firewall and parental control features to restrict leisure usages. It works very well on mobile devices as well.

Cons

Norton is quite efficient in controlling or fixing bugs but quite often some viruses or malwares still infects the system although Norton has already blocked them or remove them. This one situation doubts the working of Norton Security. Otherwise , it's a quite brilliant tool for the security of the computers.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Owner  
Sports  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Adequate for casual users"

February 11, 2022

2.0

Pros

Norton does a decent job of automating threat response and routine virus scanning. Parsing emails and attachments is helpful.

Cons

Norton is designed for casual and novice users. Software installs, patches, and upgrades require too much effort and too frequent disabling of the Norton product.

Switched from

[Trellix Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/151734/McAfee-Endpoint-Security/)

Norton appeared to be a better value than what I was using.

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HF

Heikham F.  
Freelancer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Simple review on Norton Antivirus"

March 3, 2022

5.0

Overall, Norton is the greatest all-around internet security suite available – it offers unrivalled virus protection, packages nearly all of the internet security solutions available on the market into a single software, and is a great bargain for practically all types of customers.

Pros

A highly powerful firewall mechanism is included in the programme, which can assist keep intruders out. Fast scans that operate silently in the background without interfering with the users' productivity. Works well without the requirement for input from our non-technical users. It aids in the protection and monitoring of the home network. Automatically safeguards the PC when it connects to public wireless networks.

Cons

Although there is little or no compatibility with the Windows XP Firewall, they are still engaged. In P2P networks, however, the technology lacks security against computer worms (peer to peer). When compared to other tools, scanning the entire system might take a long time.

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CG

Cristian G.  
restaurateur  
Restaurants  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A little intrusive, but reliable"

April 13, 2024

4.0

I have used Norton Antivirus for several years, I have always been happy with it. Sometimes it's intrusive, but overall it's a good product that updates quite frequently. I suggest using the trial version to get to know it.

Pros

It doesn't slow down the system, I think I'm well protected, both my data and my activities.

Cons

He's too insistent. Sometimes the updates blocked my PC or slowed it down. In other cases they were incompatible with certain programs.

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SR

Shaun R.  
GCU Computing Science Student  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best Anti-Virus Software"

August 8, 2019

5.0

The benefits of this software is that the licenses available to purchase come with the ability of being used on multiple devices, such as desktops, tablets and even mobile phones. This increases the protection of everyones devices bringing ease to downloading files.

Pros

The main pro to this software is that its user interface is very easy to use. It comes with different labelled tabs and different large squares with different symbols indicating to the user if they want to run different searches. Not only does it come with Anti-Virus protection but it also helps to optimise computer performance, by allowing the user to use the software to perform disk defragmentations. The customer support for norton is one of the best too as they are always happy to help with any issues, whether they may be installation or compatibility issues.

Cons

The main downside to norton would be that it does use up a lot of resources, due to its processes requiring a vast amount of computer memory (RAM) in order to run efficiently.

Alternatives considered

[Malwarebytes for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/251770/Malwarebytes-for-Business/)

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Owner  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Norton Security is a good security suite which has been there from a long time "

July 8, 2018

3.0

Except the fact that this sometimes slowsdown the PC, I believe that Norton Security would be one of the recommended Security suit for business and personal use.

Pros

This has been one of the best anti virus softwares that I have been using to protect my desktop and laptop from all the attacks such as malware, spyware and Trojan attacks. In the past this has been the most popular and well known security suite. The updates runs automatically and it always detects any malware which would harm my PC or laptop when inserting third party software or when copying files using Pendrives, DVDs or any storage device.

Cons

The only thing that has been bothering me of using this software even from the past is that it uses a higher percentage of RAM, hence it slows the computer. Even it sometimes slows down the start up. This i think has been one of the reasons of the rise of other security suits. However, this issue has been reduced immensely in the latest version of Norton Security.

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Elyse B.  
Assistant Manager  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The industry standard for a reason"

September 9, 2019

5.0

If you're looking for web security with low- to no-maintenance, Norton is the one for you. And who knows--it probably is worth the hefty price tag! I'm grateful to be able to use my computer without fear that something terrible is happening on the other end.

Pros

Look, I'm not a tech person. When I'm shopping for software, I'm looking for ease of use, not customizability. This is why Norton Antivirus was exactly what I need: a solution for work that would be simple to install and brainless to manage. With Norton, I never worry that my information or identity is at risk. It's been around for so long that the brand is pretty much synonymous with web security.

Cons

The only real complaint I have about Norton is that it's getting pricey. I've also used AVG, and I don't know that Norton is providing more service for the price. But, like I said, I'm not exactly a tech person, and so there could be lots of things happening on the back end that I don't know about. I'm willing to trust the industry on this one.

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MS

Matthew S.  
ESl Tutor  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Device Protection With Norton Antivirus. "

March 15, 2022

5.0

The overall experience with Norton Antivirus has been a good one. Being able to use your devices without worrying about your online safety is definitely a benefit. The software runs smoothly and takes up little space on devices. Its service is both reliable and affordable.

Pros

Norton Antivirus offers real-time protection against threats specific to the device you are using. Some of the protective services that it offers include antimalware, securing financial data, and privacy mechanisms. It also offers a password manager that can be used to not only store your passwords but also your credit card details, which can be accessed in one click. A firewall is integrated into Norton Antivirus which assists in blocking any traffic that is not authorized by you which helps in keeping your information safe from hackers and other threats. Also, with the 2GB cloud backup that it offers files and documents are safe even if your device fails.

Cons

It would be good to see which sites threats were originally detected from, meaning the historical background of the threat.

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HL

Heather L.  
Teacher  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Norton "

October 13, 2022

5.0

I haven't had any problems while using this software.

Pros

I like how helpful it is in protecting my computer and software.

Cons

There isn't anything I don't like about this software. It's very good.

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Youssef S.  
Owner  
Retail  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Everything to know about Norton AntiVirus"

September 30, 2022

4.0

My overall experience using this software has been good and straightforward. The user interface is seamless and easy to navigate. Also, the software is able to perform scans quickly and detect malware’s or other corrupted files on the system.

Pros

Norton AntiVirus is an anti-virus and security software that is compatible with PCs, Macs and Mobile devices. Some of the things I like about the software are below: 1. The software has an active customer care. I am able to get a response to all enquiries within a short period of time. 2. The software has several features users can choose from if some additional functionalities are needed. 3. Norton AntiVirus provides a cloud backup that can be used to store important data for future purposes. It comes with a storage of 2GB which can be increased with other paid packages.

Cons

Some of the things I don’t like about the software are stated below: 1. Norton AntiVirus is not free to use for a long period of time with the additional features. Payment for the various packages offered can get pricy. 2. The software is heavy and uses a lot of system resources to perform. The amount of memory needed sometimes slows down the system.

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OP

Ovidiu P.  
Admin Assistant  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Norton is still a decent antivirus for windows, but useless on iPhones."

February 8, 2018

2.0

Norton is still the big kid in the block. It offers great protection and blogs to keep you updated with the latest threats and how to combat them. However, it sadly falls short in the license management part.

Pros

The most popular antivirus out there still does what it knows best. Protect you against viruses and actively scan while you work or game. The team behind this carefully updates it with the latest protection, and more than that offer good blogs on how to protect your organisation's or personal computers against the latest threats. I personally find this service alone of great use.

Cons

Poor application for iPhones. I do not recommend paying the same amount of money for a subscription if you will use that subscription on an iPhone. There are serious limitations to it as it only protects you online but will not scan the phone for viruses or let you know what apps are using personal data or mobile data as it does on android. I consider this a serious con and unless they upgrade the application they should probably pull it out of the appstore. Another con would be how difficult it is to manage multiple subscriptions if you buy a bunch for your organisation. Emails with download links are sent via norton, and from norton, and most often you will need to share the company norton login with all your staff to make it register the subscription details. This is unacceptable. In addition, their new Wi-Fi protection (VPN) subscription do not allow you to see AT ALL which devices are protected and use a licence. We already bought a year long subscription, but had we known that managing licenses was impossible for VPNs, we would have chosen another program.

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AK

Anthony K.  
freelance artist  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Under Norton's Protection"

June 22, 2019

5.0

As a private user, I am very pleased with my experience with this security. Also at the same time the app does not take too much of my computer memory up either. I have had issues in the past with really bloated security software. Many times that would get in the way of using Art programs like Photoshop or Illustrator which have a high demand for cpu memory usage.

Pros

I like the warnings I receive that make me think twice about websites I visit. I think the user interface is simplified for anyone to understand. The ability to optimize the disks and clear out all the extra trash left on browsers is spectacular. I regularly use the application for scanning for virus's and I have not yet got one. Most likely due to the live Auto protect that shuts down any suspicious activity.

Cons

My only real complaint is that I wish it had even more. I know there are other Norton products that could be added on to make it a more complete suite. For example a VPN perhaps. Other than that, I am pretty happy with the software.

Switched from

[Trellix Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/151734/McAfee-Endpoint-Security/)

The software was slow in loading, and it really seemed to slow my computer down in general. Becoming an issue when trying to use Art programs with high cpu demand.

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SS

Stacy S.  
Owner  
Facilities Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "This is software that can go on auto pilot"

April 1, 2022

4.0

Pros

This is software that can go on auto pilot. Once it’s initially installed and set up, I can mostly leave it alone to do its thing and protect my computers. There is a tuneup feature where someone can commandeer the computer and remove start up programs, clear cache, remove/repair broken links, etc.

Cons

I get multiple pop-up windows several times a day requesting me to upgrade to other products they offer And there’s no way to turn this off. I want a pop up only if a threat was detected and it has been quarantined.

Reason for choosing Norton AntiVirus

PC Matic watch for home use and Norton is for business

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Marie Jeanne E.  
Norton antivirus for device security.  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Norton device protector antivirus."

June 2, 2022

4.0

With Norton antivirus I find no difficulty. And thanks to its power, the number of customers is increasing day by day. Its vpn plays a big role.

Pros

This product is easy to use. moreover, it has powerful protection for devices. It can be purchased by almost anyone. It does not cost very much, about 9.99 euros. of the device in addition to a VPN for online privacy.

Cons

I liked everything about this software, it is perfect. It has a firewall for pc and mac. It protects one hundred percent against viruses.

Reason for choosing Norton AntiVirus

Because Norton antivirus is this software that was recommended to me by my acquaintances.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Personal Trainer  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Widely used for a reason"

December 7, 2021

3.0

Pros

My favorite feature is the threat response where potential threats are brought to your attention and Norton antivirus gives recommendations on how to proceed.

Cons

Sometimes otherwise trusted programs are interrupted because of false alarms which are a minor annoyance. This can be fixed by white listing programs.

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AJ

Angel J.  
HMIS Partner Success Manager  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Norton has Progressed"

August 12, 2019

4.0

Norton has come a long way in keeping up with protecting computer users. I never use to recommend the software and was never happy about the need to keep up with all of the updates needed. Now things are more automated and have less undesirable things for me as a user to do.

Pros

I like the ease of use and that when you set it up you can forget about it and it still will protect your machine. Most of the computers sold have this software suite bundled so that helps make the decision.

Cons

The need to take away from my computers memory and processing speed to protect me while online. The processing power is used and that is not preferred.

Alternatives considered

[AVG Antivirus Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/176245/AVG-Antivirus-Business-Edition/)

Reason for choosing Norton AntiVirus

Norton comes loaded on most new computer systems as a bundle.

Switched from

[AVG Antivirus Business Edition](https://www.capterra.com/p/176245/AVG-Antivirus-Business-Edition/)

I switched due to Norton being on most of the systems I buy including my Mac now. Before, I had to make the choice so I chose AVG, now they keep making it for me and my computer hasn't been compromised to make me react negatively to the option.

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Keith V.  
Systems Administrator  
Individual & Family Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Unnecessary in this day and age..."

November 17, 2019

1.0

It's sad to say that this software and it's parent company are no longer necessary or useful. We're already well protected from the moment we boot up our operating systems and Norton is notorious for making your computer run terrible while it's "protecting" you.

Pros

It's pretty easy to use and relatively straight forward.

Cons

Norton Security's hey day has long been passed. This and other "security" software suites are bloated cpu/memory hogs that no longer serve as much of a purpose as they used to. It's not that Norton Security is completely useless, but these days, the built in Windows Security and Apple/MacOS Security is way more than adequate. Gone are the days when you needed a specialized suite of security tools to protect you from online intruders and data thieves. For the most part, this software negatively affects computer/operating system performance greatly. Windows and MacOS already take care of your virus protection and firewall needs built in to the OS.

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Tim K.  
Customer Support Specialist  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Not the absolute best security software, but for the great price, it does a very decent job."

August 13, 2018

5.0

My overall experience with Norton Security is very good. Once you get the app installed and configured correctly, you almost never have to worry about it again as it just sits in the background keeping the devices safe. It's the best software for the price.

Pros

We have Norton Security deployed on every PC and mobile device in our company and we have yet to have any intrusion issues or malicious code on our machines. The deployement to all of the devices was super easy, and we also use it for backing up files. It really is a set it and forget it piece of software.

Cons

The only things that bother me about Norton Security are the unneccessary options that you have to set up just to get the basic protections working. They have added so many little "enhancements" that most people do not want, that getting the app installed and configured correctly can be a real headache. They should strip it down. But the price is very good and we feel our computers are nicely protected.

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Zuhairah A.  
Marketing Communications Specialist  
Internet  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Norton Antivirus is one of the best"

July 9, 2021

5.0

Pros

Norton Antivirus is my savior, it can detect and destroy the malicious software that my previous anti-virus software can not detect but Norton can find it on the first session when i am scanning my computer. It also has its own web browser that will scanned the website that i am opening for any threat.

Cons

Sometimes Norton Antivirus detection for software threat is too strict and i have experience installing a virus free from a trusted resource, but this software will detect it as a virus and remove it. I had to download again the files and it is quite a hassle since the file size is pretty large and taking time to finish downloading it.

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Ashna A.  
Junior Internal Auditor  
Banking  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Efficient tool for reliable security. "

February 5, 2019

5.0

Norton have assured to make our systems secured from any harmful activity. It also secures the system from viruses transmitted via internet or any plugin devices. In terms of benefits, it has already saves us lots of time and money.

Pros

Norton is an efficiently working tool which keeps our systems safe and secured from every other malwares. Norton consists of firewall feature which enables full-proof security from any viruses. It keeps us notified about any harmful bugs or virus and asks for appropriate actions or depletes them itself. We can schedule scans for possible virus attacks. It plays an important role in keeping our work and files very much secured from any kind of harmful impacts.

Cons

Norton Security requires high working potential that's why it slows down other software in the systems. Thus , it always requires efficient working systems. Additionally, it is also quite expensive as compared to other such security tools available in the market.

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