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| Norton Internet Security 2008 up to 3 Users [OLD VERSION] | ![Norton Internet Security 2008 up to 3 Users [OLD VERSION]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41OnZfgRayL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | From: Symantec
Category: Software
List Price: $69.99
Buy New: $16.99
You Save: $53.00 (76%)
New (35) Used (7) from $13.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  187 reviews
Sales Rank: 237
Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows Xp
Color: 3-user
Media: CD-ROM
Edition: Standard
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.1 x 0
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 12608434
Model: 12608434
UPC: 037648617291
EAN: 0037648610070
ASIN: B000T9LUBU
Release Date: September 11, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 Very Disappointing: Norton Name, Not Much Else October 6, 2007
22 out of 24 found this review helpful
I could write a review that will take most of the afternoon but considering the product quality I'll skip it and spend my time on something more worthy.
In chronological order:
- Installation simple without issues
- 4 weeks without update issues
- LiveUpdate error stating update failed to install. Online support advises to wait 2 weeks
- Waited 2 weeks, same update issue. 2 months later, still same issue
- Support advises to remove/re-install. If that doesn't work what's next, format re-install WinXP? Norton is owned by Microsoft now?
- Gave product to Goodwill (seriously)
Whatever happened to the good old Norton Utilities days when Peter Norton was still in control?
 Norton Internet Security 2008: Much Better than Past Versions October 6, 2007
190 out of 199 found this review helpful
I do not typically write rejoinders from previous reviews, but on this occasion I feel it necessary. As a longtime user and tester of antivirus/antispyware/security suite software, I have been terribly disappointed over the years by what has (or had) become of Norton products. Starting around 2004 they transformed into bloatware, slowing down computers, overhauling the CPU, and basically were a nuisance. NIS 2006 was probably the worst of the lot, although McAfee's security suite software this last year gives it competition in the department of ineptitude.
To give some credit where it is due, Symantec apparently listened, read, and paid attention to the complaints, and they revamped their product. NIS 2008 won over this critic, and I must admit that it was a pleasant surprise when I installed the trial version on my work and home computers (200 GB hard drive, 1.8 GHz Duo Processor, Windows Vista Home Premium on the home laptop). Since I like to test software on my computers to empirically observe the chaos that ensues, I was not expecting much. If anything, my experiences with Norton products instilled in me a sense of foreboding futility. I cannot stress enough how unexpectedly satisfying it was to witness a security software company finally comprehending the concept of listening to its customers.
What impressed me most about NIS 2008 was the ease of use, the simplification of the interface, although its graphics still leave much to be desired (as with the 2007 version), and even featured a more user friendly program with help and assistance options that seem to actually assist a computer user. Best of all, it is not as cumbersome on my computer usage as previous versions, and it is barely noticeable on my CPU. It also has a much better browser defender, which includes one for Mozilla Firefox (after numerous complaints over its past omissions to provide security for non-Explorer web browsers). The browser defender also doubles as a password protector on web pages that you frequent.
Another departure from older versions is that it is easy to install (installs quickly, actually), does not interfere with the booting and re-booting of my computer, and does not slow down my employment of other programs (like Microsoft Office). All of these are areas of progress for NIS.
There are a couple of cautions, however. One, if you do want to use this program, try the trial download first, to see for yourself (it is good for two weeks). Also, if you purchase the product, make sure to download the add-ons for NIS 2008, which contains vital elements like anti-spam and parental controls. You need this add-on (it is located on the Symantec site) for email protection at the very least, so it is highly recommended that you use it.
Compared to other security suite software currently on the market, NIS 2008 is certainly as good, if not better, than the competition. This is not saying much to the extent that much of what constitutes security suite software (like CA, Zone Alarm, McAfee) has over time become gradually worse, less efficient, and slower. NIS 2008 is an advance over its previous versions and the competition. Among the other security suite software, Kaspersky Internet Security is the only program I have tried that is nearly as non-intrusive and maintains the ability to at least detect viruses as efficiently as NIS (although the security tests I used on these programs were more easily detectable than those utilized in more rigorous tests). As long as you are willing to pay and want the protection of a quality antivirus with antispy/malware program, NIS 2008 is a good choice.
Major Flaw with 2008 Norton Internet Security October 5, 2007
18 out of 23 found this review helpful
A MAJOR FLAW with 2008 Norton Internet Security is that it is incompatible with previous versions of Norton Password Manager. When you install 2008 Internet Security you will be forced to uninstall the previous Password Manager program and lose all your saved passwords!!
Is NIS 2008 better than NIS 2007 ? What is your experience? September 30, 2007
3 out of 18 found this review helpful
HELP, PLEASE!!! AMAZON PRODUCT REVIEWS ARE VERY HELPFUL TO ME, ESPECIALLY WITH PROBLEMATIC PRODUCTS THAT COULD ADVERSELY AFFECT ME OR MY PCs.****SEE QUESTIONS AT BOTTOM.**** I have given NIS a middle or neutral rating because NIS 2007 was so bad, but NIS 2008 appears to be much better. I just do not know enough about NIS 2008.
I purchased Norton Internet Sececurity 2007 shortly after it was released in August or September 2006. I installed it on 3 of our computers with Windows XP (Professional and Home) operating systems. Although I had had great experience for more than 10 years with Norton products, NIS 2007 was so bad that I vowed never to use or buy any Symantic product. NIS 2007's initial loading required that I delete my spyware software protection programs in order to install NIS 2007 (to sell Norton???), it slowed all 3 PCs to a snail's pace, it had unneccessary functions, I could not delete or turn-off those functions without a waring, ad nauseum.
HOWEVER, I downloaded Trialware of NIS 2008 on a laptop with VISTA. NIS 2008 was less disruptive to install and it works so well that I am considering istalling it on our other PCs, but I would like some more input from users of NIS 2008.
1. WHAT IS YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH NIS 2008 ON PCs WITH WINDOWS XP?
2. ON XP, DOES NIS 2008 WORK BETTER THAN NIS 2007?
3. WHAT IS YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH NIS 2008 ON PCs WITH WINDOWS VISTA?
4. ON VISTA, DOES NIS 2008 WORK BETTER THAN NIS 2007?
NIS 2008 much improved over NIS 2007 September 15, 2007
71 out of 75 found this review helpful
I've been a user of the Norton product suite since the DOS days when Peter Norton was the actual author. There have been some good years and some bad years, but, in general, my system has remained virus free with no break ins. Since I have been an early adopter, it seems that every year I am forced to upgrade a week or two earlier than the previous year. It would be great if the subscription, at least for the initial purchase, were 13 months and not 12.
So, my subscription to NIS 2007 ran out last week and I had to either renew or upgrade. Since, with rebates, it isn't much more expensive to upgrade, I, as usual, went that route.
I have had it installed for a week and my first impressions are that it is much improved. My system seems to boot faster and also seems a little more responsive. MS Word, that used to have a noticeable delay when starting, now pops open. I don't have any empirical evidence, just anecdotal impressions, but so far I am very happy. (I just hope I haven't jinxed myself with the review.)
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