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Norton has launched it’s 2009 product betas for both Norton AntiVirus 2009 and Norton Internet Security 2009.

Check out the Beta site here:

and forum feedback.

So far the feedback has been pretty positive and Symantec are really pushing for a super fast 2009 product. One minute to install the product and faster quite scans means that Symantec will provide a security product that won’t bugg or slow you down.

New in Norton Internet Security 2009!

• • Innovative new architecture dramatically reduces the boot time impact, the scan time, the memory usage as well as the system footprint and the install time.
  • Smart Idle Time Scheduler runs quietly in the background to let you work and play without disruption.
  • Silent-Mode ensures your games and movies are never interrupted by alerts and security updates.
  • Enhanced Browser Protection - Blocks browser exploits and protects against infected websites (now supports Firefox).
  • Expanded SONAR Protection offers real-time protection against new and unknown threats without requiring the user to make confusing security decisions.
  • Enhanced Identity Safe now includes an interactive tutorial to get users and running quickly, cloning of your cards importing your data from Internet Explorer and more!
  • Improved Home Network Security - Networked devices report their health and status through a visual map.
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