Google pack is a collection of software from google that includes some software from others for free. They just added norton AV to this collection. I don't need it right now, but don't mind trying if I need AV software, though I hate symantec's software in general. The reason this might be better than the retail version is that google pack might install only the bare minimum that is required, unlike a lot of junk that the retail version installs. Please report your experience if you try this out now.
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Google Pack includes a special edition of Norton Security Scan to help you evaluate your computer’s vulnerability to security risks.
Detects and removes viruses, worms and Trojans Warns you of spyware and unwanted adware that’s on your PC* Easy-to-use interface helps you run and schedule scans Full System Scan performs a deep scan of the system and hard disc to detect existing viruses, spyware and other threats Scan results summary Informs you of what has been detected, repaired or needs your attention Includes detection updates**
*Norton Security Scan detects but does not remove spyware or adware.
**In the event that Norton Security Scan is removed from the Google Pack, the Norton Security Scan service may be discontinued at Symantec's discretion at any point in time following six (6) months after the date of such removal.
System Requirements Windows XP Home / XP Professional/ Vista 300MHz or higher processor 256MB of RAM Minimum 100 MB of hard disk space
Message edited by: UPdownLoAD on 2007-04-04 22:26:54 CDT
lazybummm
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 3:50p
nice post, easier than sending in rebates...
lorcha
Cranky Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 4:09p
It used to be norton antivirus, but now it looks like norton "security scan".
On the minus side, I have no idea what "security scan" is, but on the plus side, when google pack offered NAV, it was only a limited-time subscription to the updates.
After that subscription period expired, Norton began to nag me like crazy to send them money. Drove me straight up a wall, so I uninstalled it. Maybe I'll reinstall it again, because this "security scan" looks like the updates don't expire.
kroxic
Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 4:58p
While this is free. I am going to have to recommend to EVERYONE to not install Norton. I have to troubleshoot friends and families computers and Norton anything has never caused anything but trouble. If you want free security solution that works very well get avast instead. Its free for home use Avast
jaburg
Cranky Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 5:07p
I have to agree wholeheartedly with previous poster.
Symantec is the devil's own software company. They buy companies who make superior software, then take that software off the market so you have to buy theirs. I was a big proponent of their AV software until about 8 years ago when it routinely starting missing old, common viruses. Now, I have nothing good to say about ANY of their software.
Try Comodo Antivirus, it is a little quirky, but free forever (including commercial use) and very effective. Comodo also makes a free forever firewall that competes favorably with the main contenders when tested.
skyfeng25
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 5:12p
can't install the Norton security scan. dont kno whyc. can Any1 do that?
microkelvin
Happy Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 5:15p
*Norton Security Scan detects but does not remove spyware or adware. Enjoy your spyware and adware!
OBman
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 5:52p
jaburg said:I have to agree wholeheartedly with previous poster.
Symantec is the devil's own software company. They buy companies who make superior software, then take that software off the market so you have to buy theirs. I was a big proponent of their AV software until about 8 years ago when it routinely starting missing old, common viruses. Now, I have nothing good to say about ANY of their software.
Try Comodo Antivirus, it is a little quirky, but free forever (including commercial use) and very effective. Comodo also makes a free forever firewall that competes favorably with the main contenders when tested.
Agree with NAV being not on par lately but I still use System works particularly one click system check to fix registry every week. Anyone can recommend an alternative to registry cleaning tool? I feel that my computer can not run clean and efficient without this tool.
tyrone3971
Cranky Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 5:56p
OBman said:jaburg said:I have to agree wholeheartedly with previous poster.
Symantec is the devil's own software company. They buy companies who make superior software, then take that software off the market so you have to buy theirs. I was a big proponent of their AV software until about 8 years ago when it routinely starting missing old, common viruses. Now, I have nothing good to say about ANY of their software.
Try Comodo Antivirus, it is a little quirky, but free forever (including commercial use) and very effective. Comodo also makes a free forever firewall that competes favorably with the main contenders when tested.
Agree with NAV being not on par lately but I still use System works particularly one click system check to fix registry every week. Anyone can recommend an alternative to registry cleaning tool? I feel that my computer can not run clean and efficient without this tool.
The reason your registry goes foobar in the first place is because you install a Norton product. Unless you're installing a bunch of non-trusted source apps there is no need to clean the registry.
However, if you're the type of person who has 7 installs of AOL, Norton, McAffee, and Porn Dialer then you might need to clean it up.
weinberk
Happy Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 6:10p
It's hard to tell from the limited information on the Google website (and Symantec's), but I don't think that Norton Security Scan has automatic scanning like NAV does. I believe you need to set a scan schedule to do a system scan, versus having the software run in the background and alert you went a security threat is downloaded via email or the web.
Can anyone confirm if this is the case?
taf
Enthusiastic Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 6:53p
You may not like the software, but to say Symantec is the devil's own software company makes it seem like you may be prone to exageration at times.
haridsv
Addicted Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 7:01p
weinberk said:It's hard to tell from the limited information on the Google website (and Symantec's), but I don't think that Norton Security Scan has automatic scanning like NAV does. I believe you need to set a scan schedule to do a system scan, versus having the software run in the background and alert you went a security threat is downloaded via email or the web.
Can anyone confirm if this is the case? You mean it could let the threat pass through (and allow it to do all the damage) as it would report it later in the scan anyway? I don't think any decent AV software will do that as long as it is active when the threat occurs.
LOTL
Addicted Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 8:17p
jaburg said:I have to agree wholeheartedly with previous poster.
Try Comodo Antivirus, it is a little quirky, but free forever (including commercial use) and very effective. Comodo also makes a free forever firewall that competes favorably with the main contenders when tested. I love Comodo's firewall but have read some horror stories about their free AV. Id stick with Avast or AVG if you want free. Hopefully in time Comodos AV will mature. There is a reason its still in Beta.
weinberk
Happy Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 8:28p
haridsv said: You mean it could let the threat pass through (and allow it to do all the damage) as it would report it later in the scan anyway? I don't think any decent AV software will do that as long as it is active when the threat occurs.
That's what I mean - and I agree that it is odd that this >>might<< not auto protect. I'm just going by what it says online. It gives me the impression that this is a manual scan tool only. I hope to be proven wrong.
rphmann
Senior Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 10:17p
I switched to avast after my Norton product ran out. Very good software for FREE!!!!!!!! Avast download
OK, great, it doesn't removed spyware. There's other options for that, even FREE Microsoft Windows Defender! Nice post, OP!
Hydroponik
Ancient Member
posted: Apr. 4, 2007 @ 11:07p
Why not just use AVG if your need free anti-virus? That's what I use and it exceeds all my expectations.
riznick
Cranky Member
posted: Apr. 5, 2007 @ 1:10a
It doesnt need to get rid of spyware. Google pack comes with AdAware spyware remover.
disposable
Broke Member
posted: Apr. 5, 2007 @ 1:52a
jaburg said:
Symantec is the devil's own software company. They buy companies who make superior software, then take that software off the market so you have to buy theirs.
Sorry, but this statement is so absurd it's beyond belief. Microsoft did this for years, and then took the superior software and incorporated it in their software. I doubt if they have stopped doing this, since it's a great way to get developed software cheap.
This sounds like a story you would find in the National Enquirer. Nobody but the Bush administration would be stupid enough to spend millions and flush it down the toilet.
By the way, the Google packages have lots of super secret spyware, so don't use the packages, download the components individually.
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