Norton Internet Security 2009 3 User - 14162924 - "While Supplies Last At This Price"

Does what it saids.
 
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I left Norton three years ago to try the newest versions of McAfee and Trend Micro on my company computers (small business with three laptops and one desktop). They all do the job well to some extent, and everyone can argue which one is more effective, but the bottom line is that NIS2009 does it without slowing down the system. The way it updates definitions is simply genius - it's amazing no one has ever done it this way before. Wait for the three user license deal on Buy.com and get this under $40 and you can't go wrong. Stop nitpicking over the small feature differences in all the different protection suites - they all work, but NIS2009 does it quickly, efficiently, and in a user-friendly way. Just get it already!
 
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This is really good one for security....
 
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It is really a gr8 protection for your data
 
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Ever since the internet came on the scene, I've used Norton Antivirus. It used to be the best. Then, gradually, it got more and more invasive and by 2000 or so, it bogged my system down so bad, I had to get rid of it. It was excellent at stopping viruses, but my Pentium ran like a Univac. I swore I’d never go back. I tried McAffe, PC-cillin, and a few others and eventually stayed with AVG for several years, until v8.0 came out. Then, it too had to go. Since a firewall and anti-spyware products are mandatory, I originally chose ZoneAlarm, which seemed to have the most security and flexibility. They were the only ones that had a “Leak Test” on their website that could get through most firewalls, demonstrating that theirs was the best. I used it for about 8 years and got used to the occasional pop-ups, asking me to allow or deny access to one thing or another. Then ZoneAlarm came out with their Internet Security Suite, which rolled everything into one affordable package covering 3 PCs. I needed different anti-virus software anyway, so I bought it, figuring that life would be much easier, but I was wrong. The pop-ups from the firewall became constant, even though you would check the box to make a “rule”. One day, streaming audio would work, the next day, it wouldn’t. My system would occasionally disconnect from the internet for no apparent reason. It was starting to get to me. They had telephone tech support when I bought it, but discontinued it shortly after! That was the last straw. I discussed my frustrations with several computer-savvy friends, who couldn’t understand why I wasn’t using Norton. I told them of my previous experience with it, but they all swore it had gotten better. I read several reviews on Norton and they all agreed it was a better product, so I decided to try it again. BEST DECISION I’VE EVER MADE! I had it set up in 5 minutes with no problems whatsoever. I didn’t have to change any settings. No more pop-up questions. My system actually runs faster than it ever did with ZoneAlarm. Bootups are faster too. You don’t even have to schedule virus scans at night anymore (even though you can), since it does the system scans only when the computer has been idle for several minutes. If you come back on, it pauses the scan until the computer is idle again and eventually finishes the job. This is genius. There’s plenty of flexibility to change settings and plenty of info about any threats it finds, but for the most part, you never have to pay attention to it. The firewall successfully makes its own rules, WITHOUT my help. It has never blocked anything that I want to get through. They also have telephone support, which I’ve never needed to use. I haven’t been this satisfied with security software ever. BUY THIS, YOU WON’T REGRET IT.
 
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the install was very easy on all three of my computers.i have a laptop with xp,and two desktops one with xp and one with vista no problem installing on any of them. i would recommend this product to everyone.
 
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Easy to install and use. Does not seem to "bog" down my system. Found things that McAfee had not found. Good value for the money.
 
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Very easy to install. Most of the time used was uninstalling the old version of NIS. Seem to be working OK.
 
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I tried this version on 1 computer an it worked much better than previous versions ( I used 2003 and 2006, these were dogs). I now use Norton on 4 computers at home and 1 at at a small office that I administer. I recommended it- as long as Symantic does not screw it up again.
 
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Two years ago I used Norton 360 for my PC and I was very satisfied with it. Last year I switch to McAfee Complete Security Suite and was happy with it at first, but it started sending me a renewal notice with a loud annoying chime 6-7 months before my subscription was up. I tried to get it to stop but couldn't. Even family members complained of the noise, it was that annoying. The 2009 Norton Internet Security was #1 rated by PC Mag an I wanted to get away from that renewal warning so I went with Norton again. This is a very improved product and doesn't drag the system down (like a lot of security programs do). From all the security I've used, this is the best most unabtrusive I've ever had. I highly recommend it. Read the reviews in PC Mags, they all recommend it as well.
 
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I've been avoiding Norton recently because of its terrible reputation for being bloatware and difficult to install and uninstall, but so far I have been very pleased with Norton Internet Security 2009. The install was very painless. It seems to be unintrusive, with minimal impact on system performance. The firewall is richly featured, in case you need flexibility. Very nice!
 
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Easy to install. It slows down the operation of the computer.My Mozilla Firefox now takes about to minutes to come on. Previously it was up in about 20 seconds. Updates are frequent and quick. Total scan of my computer takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes. Overall I am satistied with its operation.
 
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It's as expected, makes me feel safer.. and like everybody tellin, it doesn't seems affect another programs to slow down. GREAT!.
 
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Previous versions suffered from huge CPU overhead and very slow overall system response. This version is a pleasure with some new features that actually add value. One thing to keep in mind: This package requires that things like SystemWorks (also from Symantec) be Uninstalled before NIS can install. It would be nice if Symantec would either Uninstall its own software or make it very clear that the user needs to do this first. All in all, installation was not that bad and I'm very happy with the actual use. And at a great price - now I have all my computers protected and up to date for the cost of a single user package. Nice.
 
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I have been using Norton's Internet Security since 2004 and I can not think of using any other Security Suite to protect my personal documents. Easy to use and there are no conflicts with the programs I use to create DVD's or music disks, watch movies, and run office programs.
 
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Finally I decided to get protected, and chose Norton. Very easy to install, immediately scanned my computer and removed a couple of viruses I didn't know I had. Now it automatically checks for updates from Norton. Doesn't seem to slow my computer at all. Bottom-line is that I feel protected.
 
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I received this software the day after I ordered it. It is a great deal, as I had previously paid more for a one user (older)version than I did for this 3 user version. I am very happy with my purchase.
 
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After years of running Norton Antivirus products, with ever increasing demands on system resources, as well as slowing down the machines these products were installed on, the completely rewritten version of Norton Internet Security 2009 has gone a very long way towards correcting years of bloatware code that was made worse with every new release. This version installs fast, runs fast, and is almost entirely unobtrusive, with one very major exception. This software will break your home or small business network. In a well-documented bug first discovered in October 2008, Norton interferes with, and eventually blocks access to other machines on your home network. Norton admits there is a problem, and has been stalling customers for months with promises for a fix, yet keeps pushing the release date out further and further. Install Norton 2009, and eventually all of the computers on your home network under My Network Places will disappear, and will eventually be blocked from access. While you can frequently manually reach your other networked machines by typing their addresses directly into an address bar, software that depends on access to your other networked machines directly (index, backup, small business collaboration tools, etc.) usually cannot work this way, and you are effectively cut off from using those applications. Worse, over time, Norton will begin periodically cutting off access to your networked machines. Suddenly file copying between machines fails, extremely long delays in accessing other computers on your network occurs, and your frustration level mounts. Norton admits the only current solution to this problem is to completely uninstall Norton 2009 Antivirus/Internet Security products. There is no other workaround. Worse yet, the responsiveness of the company to major software bugs has been less than acceptable. It literally takes months for even the most urgent bugs to get identified, corrected, and then put through a laborious test procedure. To add insult to injury, it then takes up to six additional weeks for the fixed code to be incorporated into their slow update release schedule and finally reach every customer. This truly mars an otherwise promising product and makes it an unacceptable option for those dependent on networked machines, such as a home or small business network. If you are dependent on your network to access remote hard drives or collaborate in an office environment, Norton 2009 products are absolutely not acceptable for use and I strongly recommend you look elsewhere until the company finally fixes the problem.
 
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I have always used Norton for my internet security. This Product is one of the best. I like how it updates automatic when your on your PC. I have used Norton for the past 13 years and no problems. Doesn't Hog system resources.
 
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cheap. installed easily on 3 separate computers. runs unobtrusively and quickly in the background. my computers didn't slow down. i have this installed on 3 computers with XP. Love it. This version is way better than previous ones because of the smaller software footprint. I highly recommend norton!
 
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Installed much better than their older products. I like it much better than Norton 360. It loads quickly and doesn't seem to slow down everything.
 
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I've used Norton products for years but they always slowed down the computer and often conflicted with other programs. NIS09 is the first product to actually work the way you'd want a security program to work. Updates are frequent and quick. Scans are faster. And best of all the program doesn't ask you all kinds of questions constantly that it should know itself. Highly recommended.
 
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Symantec got it right with the introduction of Norton Internet Security 2009. Finally a firewall/antivirus product that loads fast, does not hog resources and is easy to use. Buy.com had a Great price on NIS 2009 3 user version. It was well worth the money.
 
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I have been using Norton Internet Security for a couple of years now. The newest version for 2009 is fantastic. They continue to improve the software every year. This latest version is even faster and doesn't seem to slow my laptop down.
 
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The last Norton product I used was 2006 and it bogged my system down TERRIBLY! At that point, I gave up on Norton entirely. NIS 2009 does not do that. Plus I like the "silent" scans and the "pulse" updates. It's ALWAYS up to date!! GREAT PRODUCT!!
 
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Have strayed away from Norton due to recent problems with their products, but am glad to be back with Norton Internet Security 2009. It is no longer a resource hog, and does everything well. Would definitely recommend this to anyone for good sound security for your computer.
 
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The 3 user version is perfect for me. Have used Norton for many years and every year it gets better and faster. The user interface is improved and it seems to have less overhead on my pcs than previous years.
 
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Norton has always been my favorite, but their firewall has always been a bit clunky and burdensome to operate. This new interface looks different and improve in many different ways. I just installed it, but I expect it will work great, as Norton always has.
 
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Norton and Panda Internet Security are the best products on the market for firewall and antivirus needs. 2009 Norton consumes far fewer resources compared to older versions, keeping your computer running fast.
 
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Based upon use on 5 PC's for 3-4 months: I've been using a variety of the major security apps for my 5 home computers for many years. Each year it seems someone else comes out on top in the reviews. I've used Norton, including the recent and quite horrible Norton 360, Trend Micro (PC-Cillin), Zone Alarm, Kaspersky, McAfee. Given how much I truly hated Norton 360 (slow, unstable, buggy, unable to control when/where it scanned, poor interface for advanced users) or how intrusive ZA is (and likely to block me from doing needed work), I am really enjoying Norton Internet Security 2009. It is fast and unobtrusive. 360 was so bad that I uninstalled it on all of my machines within 3 months and installed ZA Security Suite. Norton 2009 is excellent. I've purchased (2) of the Norton 2009 Suite 3-user packs to support Vista and XP machines, both laptops and desktop, after reading very positive reviews on the newly found speed and clean install. I installed it after de-installing ZA Security Suite (with Kaspersky AV) and it installed on each machine in the 55 sec to 75 sec range. The logging works, the interface is vastly improved (but not yet perfect). I still have to dig a little bit to do certain things and would really appreciate more options available with a right-click on the system tray icon, such as Block Internet Traffic, enable/disable Firewall, etc. That said, it's certainly the best all-around package I've used in the past 10 yrs. Note: I do not use the email Spam filter, so I cannot comment on how well that feature works. I have an effective spam filter on my mail server so a PC-based one is not needed.
 
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Installed this on a laptop and a desktop pc. Installed easily and works with no issues. I have an older desktop and it seems to be quicker with Norton as compared with Macafee, which I had previously.
 
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When I received this product (it was in a timley manner) I had one queation, I E-mailed Systemac and they also gave me a quick answer. I have installed this on my computer and am completly satified. Thank you for the quick service.
 
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The product was a good price and was delivered in a timely manner. It does exactly what I expected. I had heard that it was much faster and less obtrusive and that seems to be the case.
 
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I had abandoned the Norton product several years ago because it was so slow and intrusive. This year, however, I decided to switch from my current product (ZoneAlarm) for the same reasons. I returned to Norton because I read that it had been completely rewritten and was now nimble and effective. I have been extremely happy with the product so far. It is very unobtrusive yet it does everything I would expect an internet security suite to do (spyware / virus protection, firewall, identity protection, spam handling, etc.). Its interface is clean and easy to understand. I highly recommend Norton Internet Security 2009.
 
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Easily installed on my XP and Vista machines (after I deleted old versions). Seems to run pretty unobtrusively.
 
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I've used the security software for many years and it lived up to all my expectations.
 
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Ive use Norton products in the first time, and I am happy with their performance. Installation was a breeze. I havent seen any slow down in computer speed.
 
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Ive used Norton products in the past, and have been happy with their performance. Installation was a breeze. I havent seen any slow down in computer speed.
 
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I have only had this installed for a couple of days. So far it seems to work very well.
 
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After reading a good review on NIS2009 at MaximumPC, I decided to try Norton out again. I have been against Norton bloatware for several years, but I have been extremely impressed with this package. Install was a breeze, and it does not use many resources to do its duty. I would highly recommend!
 
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I've only had this for a little while now, but it seems to be working well. No problems at all with my computer.
 
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2009 is much faster than previous versions. Works Great. iPhoneToot.com
 
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As a PC professional in our area, I serve hundreds of home users and dozens of small businesses. NIS 2009 is the only software that has effectively blocked every threat. Others, even older versions of Norton AntiVirus have on occasion failed to block an attack. Also the 2009 version of NIS is completely re-written so that it is not the resource-hog that the previous versions were famous for. It installs quickly and works in the background without constant pop-ups or false positives.
 
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Having used NIS for several years Norton continues to produce a valuable tool to protect my PCs. No issues have been experienced with this version. While some complain of real-time usage being to high that has not impacted my 3 machines.
 
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I didn't have any problems installing over the old version as some people have posted, so I am happy. I was surprised it did not import my previous firewall settings for programs so I had to go through again and reset them up, but other than that it appears faster than the old version and seems to be working great.
 
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I bought this software after renewing my Panda license. Due to the garbage product and total lack of help and support I had 2 machines down for 4 days because their product did not work as advertised. PC Magazine rated Norton a Best Buy and the review said that Norton finally got back to what made it famous in the first place. Nice tight code and a minimum drain on the resources. Not like Panda or Kaspersky slowing down the PC to a standstill while it was performing its magic. I avoided Norton for years because of a similar bad experience with them. I guess that they finally listened to all the negative reviews and put out an excellent product. My advice is to avoid Panda like the PLAGUE and install Norton as soon as possible.
 
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The NIS software is easy to setup and use. Protects your PC. I have used NIS and/or McAfee for almost 10 years. I strongly prefer the NIS. I believe the 09 version is noticably more effecient and less discruptive than previous versions. I am disappointed the cost seems to go up...but that is my only issue. I have found it at an excellent bargain at times.
 
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I've been a user of Norton/Symantec AV products since the first Norton Desktop for Windows. This new version is an improvement over the last few. My computer isn't bogged down at bootup because of it. As much as I've always been cautious of "set and forget" solutions, this one is pretty slick.
 
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I've always stayed away from Norton because my machine comes to a grinding halt many times while the scanner is protecting my machine real-time. I tried the trial for 2009 and I must say, it's hardly using any of my resources/cpu at all! This version may make a believer out of me...
 
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This product works very well and is very easy to install and use. I did do some research in order to determine which product to purchase and this one was always either on top or near the top. Symantec has been building products like these for many years and it is well worth the purchase.
 
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Great deal on Black Friday for only $35 for a 3 user license. This version uses much less memory, less disk space and seems to tax the processor less, spreading it's CPU needs over more time. Much better than the 2006 version I was using.
 
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