subject: How Norton Security Outdoes Browser-based Attacks [print this page] There is nothing astonishing about the increase in browser-based attacks. The year 2011 witnessed 1.63 times the total for 2010. And the previous record is even worse, where a surge of 8 times had been noticed. Internet attackers tried to get into the source code of web-based programs in anonymous ways. According to Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, out of every 3 Internet connected PCs one is infected with some or the other kind of virus or malware. Four per cent users have suffered from an abuse of personal information and/or other privacy violations. Three percent users were of the opinion that they suffered financial loss while transacting online. However, there is a good sign that more than four-fifths (84 per cent) of the population is protected with some type of Internet security software, but children are vulnerable again as merely 14 per cent of individuals bothered to set or configure parental control feature in their software to safeguard their kids.
Symantec is a noted vendor when it comes to computer security, and Norton is its home consumer brand line. Norton One, Norton 360, Norton Mobile Security, Norton Tablet Security, Norton Online Backup, Norton Antivirus and Internet security are a few of the weapons from its security arsenal.Lets see how Norton security is responding the browser or web-based threats. Going through, you will find a set of features like: (a) Norton Safe Web to block unsafe websites, which also warns or notify you against any malware infected websites or content, (b) Browser protection to check and block online threats before they can get loaded with the webpage, (c) Norton Identity Safe It protects your personal information like user names and passwords as you type from getting leaked out, and more.
However, before you install Norton there are a few must-to-follow tips to make sure the investment works in your favor. Uninstall any incompatible or outdated security software, scan the system for compatibility, and dont forget to run any virus or malware cleaner software on your machine. Installation of Norton doesnt put full stop on computer security. In addition, make sure that it is updated & configured well, precisely as per the Internet vulnerability associated with your system or network, and the specifications recommended by vendor.Email client, instant messenger, social network, etc. working on the browser platform should also be well configured. Dont ignore the browser safety, as its the gateway to different web-based resources, and bad guys are always striving to have chances to exploit it. However, there are different browser options, and you can go for the best and secure one.
Whether you want to install Norton, fix any related issues or amend security settings, Norton Support can do all remotely on your system. Experts can remotely look into different Windows components including event viewer, registry settings, task manager, etc. to understand the background causes, and can take effective measures or steps to fix prevailing issues in a quick and easy manner. In the process of troubleshooting experts can update, upgrade, or uninstall Norton, if required to address those. Interested to know as how and what types of diagnostic or troubleshooting steps were followed? Stay relaxed a confirmatory mail documenting everything comes at the end.
