Symantec Corp. (NASDAQ: SYMC) today announced
the new Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard-compatible version of Norton AntiVirus,
featuring new vulnerability protection technology, which delivers
protection where many of today’s attacks occur — through applications
connected to the Internet. Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac also features a
sleeker, redesigned user interface and enhanced performance. Mac users
benefit with the number one selling antivirus solution for the Mac, which
automatically detects and removes viruses in addition to scanning and
cleaning downloaded files and e-mail attachments.
Mac users get “just-in-time” security with automatic updates from
Symantec’s leading global security network. Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac
also incorporates discrete and less obtrusive security alerts, and the
product is designed to automatically update in the background, allowing
users to conduct their online activities without interruption.
“With this new Leopard-ready version, Symantec is pleased to deliver
industry leading protection for the Mac platform. The new vulnerability
protection capabilities give our Mac customers an advanced layer of
protection where it counts, addressing the shift in today’s attacks,” said
Rowan Trollope, senior vice president, Consumer Business Unit, Symantec
Corp. “Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac enables users to enjoy computing without
worrying about malicious threats that could lead to identity theft or data
loss.”
New to Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac:
-- New Vulnerability Protection -- Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac now
provides an extra layer of protection against attacks that target software
vulnerabilities. This signature-based protection prevents threats from
infecting systems and deletes and blocks malware and viruses from
installing when downloading pictures, music and software. This feature
addresses today's threat landscape with 78 percent of today's attacks
occurring at the Web application layer.*
-- Inclusive Scanning Prevents Viruses from Spreading -- Detects and
removes viruses and worms, prevents virus infected e-mail from spreading,
and protects against attacks. Even Mac users can be sent a macro virus
from a friend or co-worker on a PC. Moreover, Macs may seem "immune" to
some threats, but they can still pass malicious code on to other users via
e-mail, instant messenger, or Web links. Without the proper protection,
Macs can be carriers for threats and infect other PCs. To address the
growth of multi-platform PC and Mac environments, Norton AntiVirus 11 for
Mac scans for both PC and Mac vulnerabilities, viruses and macro viruses.
-- Improved Performance -- Norton AntiVirus 11for Mac includes
performance and engine improvements to ensure better compatibility and less
impact on system startup and resource usage so users can continue their
online activities without a slow down in productivity. Product, virus
definition and vulnerability protection updates are done automatically in
the background. Once installed, Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac starts
protecting users with true "set it and forget" convenience while at the
same time providing powerful customization features for power users.
-- Sleek, Elegant Design Mac Users Come to Expect -- Designed to deliver
the simplicity that Mac users have come to expect, Norton AntiVirus 11 for
Mac features a unique interface with easy to use set up features and
wizards that indicate system status, including how and what is protected. A
new Norton AntiVirus dashboard widget gives a quick summary of system
protection and status. With the "snooze button" scan, if a user is in the
middle of watching a movie on the computer, the virus scan can be
rescheduled for a more convenient time.
-- Powerful Command Line Interface -- Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac
features can be accessed via the Terminal, allowing power users to bypass
the application completely and add antivirus scans and other capabilities
to their own custom scripts.
“Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac has proved to be well-designed, very effective
and exceptionally fast with Tiger 10.4.x and Leopard 10.5.x,” said Norman
R. Nager, Ph.D., Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac beta tester.
Symantec’s Norton Confidential for Macintosh is now also compatible with
Mac OS X Leopard. Designed to work with other security solutions like
Norton AntiVirus 11 for Mac, Norton Confidential for Mac keeps consumers
safe while shopping, banking and conducting other online transactions.
Symantec’s Global Intelligence Network
Norton AntiVirus 11.0 for Mac is backed by Symantec’s Global Intelligence
Network, a worldwide network comprised of information security and
operations specialists as well as Symantec’s global community of thousands
of Internet activity sensors. The Global Intelligence Network provides
Symantec Security Response with an unparalleled, data-driven view of the
entire security landscape. This holistic view translates into a unique
competitive advantage, and Symantec’s worldwide reach enables Symantec to
see threats first so customers can respond rapidly.
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