Yesterday, Symantec has released the public beta versions of their upcoming security applications, the Norton Internet Security and Norton Antivirus 2012. The products are now available for download for free, directly from the Norton Beta Center.
Both the products have new graphical user interface that looks more exquisite and professional. The main interface has been simplified for the users who only want to do two basic things: Run Live Updates and Run Scans. Meanwhile, the Advanced Controls are only one click away. 🙂
The new features and improvements provided with the betas include the Download Insight 2.0. With the introduction of concept of Application Stability Ratings, every downloaded file to your system will be rated for their stabilities. Stability is measured by looking at an application’s crash and hang frequency over time, with three type of ratings : Reliable, Slightly Unstable and Very Unstable.
Besides that, with the newly introduced Bandwidth Metering feature, you can set policies on how much bandwidth Norton product will use to suit your data usage plans. If you use limited data phone tethering or other bandwidth-limited connections, you can choose to use “Critical Updates Only” or “No Traffic” policies. With “Critical Updates Only,” Norton products limit Internet usage to critical tasks that keep you secure.
Another improvement is done on the Norton Identity Safe 2.0 module. Identify Safe now supports storing your data in the secure Norton cloud. You can set up Identity Safe in the cloud and use it from multiple computers. An online profile is created using your existing Norton Account. Go here to learn more information on the new features and improvements.
Key Features of Norton Internet Security 2012
- Norton Protection System includes 4 layers of rock-solid protection designed to proactively protect against the very latest threats – so you can do more on your PC without disruptions.
- Customizable Control Center gives you the option to choose your preference between a simplified screen or the traditional detailed view.
- Identity Safe alerts have moved to the Norton Toolbar so there are less interruptions while you are online – but your passwords are still as secure as ever.
- Bandwidth Management limits Norton’s processes and updates when you have limited bandwidth or monthly downloads.
- Download Insight 2.0 now tells you how stable a download is before you put your computer at risk for crashes or other bad things to happen.
- Norton Recovery Tools help remove threats that can be deeply buried in a PC’s operating system.
Key Features of Norton Antivirus 2012
- Norton Protection System includes 4 layers of rock-solid protection designed to proactively protect against the very latest threats – so you can do more on your PC without disruptions.
- Insight Technology protects you from download dangers no matter which browser, instant messenger or file sharing program you use*.
- Customizable Control Center gives you the option to choose your preference between a simplified screen or the traditional detailed view.
- Bandwidth Management limits Norton’s processes and updates when you have limited bandwidth or monthly downloads.
- Download Insight 2.0 now tells you how stable a download is before you put your computer at risk for crashes or other bad things to happen.
- Norton Recovery Tools help remove threats that can be deeply buried in a PC’s operating system.
Norton Internet Security 2012 and Antivirus 2012 are compatible with Windows 7, Vista and Windows XP operating system.
