Norton AntiVirus Dual Protection 2011 Mac

Norton AntiVirus Dual Protection for Mac 2011 from Symantec provides worm removal and virus protection for your Apple Macintosh system.

Think if you use a Mac you don't have to worry about viruses and other online threats? More cybercriminals are now targeting Mac computers. And if you run Windows on your Mac, you could be even more vulnerable to attack.

Norton AntiVirus for Mac Dual Protection includes both Norton AntiVirus for Mac and Norton AntiVirus for Windows to provide you with rock-solid protection no matter what operating system you use.

It detects and eliminates viruses and other threats lying in wait to infect your Mac. It scans your mail and chat messages for infected links and attachments. And it detects and eliminates spyware cybercriminals can use to eavesdrop on you when you go online

Key Technologies

• Antivirus
• Vulnerability Protection
• Internet Worm Protection

KEY BENEFITS

• Automatically detects and removes viruses and worms -- Offers automatic protection against the latest threats with set-and-forget ease.
• Scans and cleans downloaded files and email attachments -- Detects and removes threats so you can download and share files without spreading infections.
• Automatically updates for continuous protection from the latest threats -- Security updates provide up-to-date protection during your subscription period.
• Protects against attacks that target software vulnerabilities -- Prevents cyber criminals from using security holes in your operating systems, applications, browsers and browser plug-ins to steal your identity.
• Even easier to use -- The new and improved dashboard widget lets you quickly and easily check virus protection status and get the latest info on current threats directly from the experts at Symantec Security Response.

MAC OS PRIMARY FEATURES

• Fast, industry-leading antivirus protection for your Mac - Award-winning technology protects your Mac, iPhoto, iTunes, iMovie, and other files from viruses, spyware, and other threats without slowing it down.
• Security updates - Provides regular updates that protect your Mac from the latest threats without slowing it down.
• Email and instant message monitoring - Scans Mac Mail, iChat and other IMs for suspicious links, attachments, and other tricks cybercriminals use to steal your identity and your hard-earned money.
• FREE 24 x 7 support - Gives you help and answers by email, live chat, or online whenever you need it.
• Vulnerability Protection - Stops cybercriminals from using security holes (vulnerabilities) in applications to sneak threats and crimeware onto your Mac.
• Bot detection - Blocks the automated programs cybercriminals use to take control of your Mac, access your private information, and use your Mac to send out spam and launch attacks on other computers.
• Worm protection - Safeguards your Mac against fast-spreading Internet worms and prevents you from accidentally passing them on to others.
• Universal support - Works with both Intel and PowerPC processor-based Mac computers. (Note: Only Intel-based Mac computers can run Windows software.)
• Dashboard widget - Lets you check on your Mac's virus protection at a glance.

WINDOWS PRIMARY FEATURES

• Norton Reputation Service - Instantly checks where files came from and how long they've been around to identify and stop new crimeware faster than other, less sophisticated security software.
• Proactive performance alerts - Alert you when an Application running on Windows is slowing down your Mac, so you can make changes to improve performance.
• Norton Protection System - Provides overlapping layers of protection that work together to defend against all types of online threats, from viruses to dangerous downloads to information-stealing spyware.
• Norton Insight - Identifies and scans only files at risk for fewer, shorter scans and the fastest scan speeds in the industry.
• Norton System Insight - Helps keep your computer performing at its best. Shows you how files and applications affect your Mac's performance.
• Norton Pulse Updates - Provides up-to-the-minute updates that protect against the latest threats without slowing down your computer.
• Norton Pulse Updates - Provides up-to-the-minute updates that protect against the latest threats without slowing down your computer.
• Norton Download Insight - Warns you if a downloaded file or application is dangerous before you install or run it on your Mac.
• Norton Control Center - Organizes program controls, settings, and information about your Mac's system status, protection, and performance on one easy-to-read screen. Gives you one-click access to Norton Online Backup.
• Norton File Insight - Gives you detailed information about the files found on your Mac, including where the file came from (the website URL) and if it can be trusted.
• Norton Ongoing Protection - Automatically downloads software updates in the background as they become available during your subscription period, without interrupting you or slowing down your Mac.
• Email and instant message monitoring - Scans email and IMs for suspicious links, attachments, and other tricks cybercriminals use to steal your identity and your hard-earned money.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Operating Systems Supported

• Mac OS X 10.4.11, 10.5.x, or 10.6 (Snow Leopard).

Minimum Hardware Requirements

• Mac system with PowerPC or Intel Core processor.
• 512 MB of RAM.
• 250 MB of available hard disk space.
• Internet connection required for LiveUpdate.
• CD-ROM or DVD drive (if not installing via electronic download)

Instant Messaging Client Support for Confidential Data Filtering

• iChat 4.x.
• Microsoft Messenger 7.0.2 for Mac.
• Yahoo! Instant Messenger 3.0.0 for Mac beta.
• AIM for Mac 2.0b4.

Product information is advisory only. Specifications and compatibility should be checked with the manufacturer before order. Images are for illustrative purposes only.