Review by suzukiman

I am not a fan of total control by the heavy weight software protection systems offered by Norton (360, Internet Security, and such). I don’t like the fact that these programs literally take over the entire Windows operating system and funnel EVERYTHING YOU DO thru the Norton servers for inspection. I also don’t like the fact that putting this heavy weight software on a Windows computer can, and does, slow the machine down dramatically. Hence, I limit myself to using on Norton Antivirus, which I really do like.

My goodness… I just set up a new Dell computer for a friend (who is somewhat computer challenged), and he insisted on Norton 360. I installed Norton 360 on his new Dell, after deleting the default antivirus software Dell puts on their computers. And I was a little surprised at the efficiency of Norton 360. I didn’t seem to be the big elephant in the room. It was much quieter, less annoying and ate fewer system resources.

I suppose this is an improvement that deserves praise. BUT I still don’t like giving up complete control of my Windows operating system to Norton 360. I’m sorry, I just don’t.