Here are some key features of "Norton AntiVirus 2009":
· Norton Internet Worm Protection stops certain damaging Internet worms at their attempted point of entry.
· QuickScan tool automatically searches for and removes viruses whenever new virus protection updates are downloaded.
· PreInstall Scan quickly detects and removes infections that can interfere with installing and launching Norton AntiVirus.
· Automatically removes viruses, worms, and Trojan horses.
· Scans and cleans both incoming and outgoing email messages.
· Blocks viruses in instant message attachments.
· Detects spyware and certain non-virus threats such as adware and keystroke logging programs.
· Scans compressed file archives before you open them and risk infecting your computer.
· Downloads new virus protection updates automatically to protect against new threats.
· Worm Blocking and Script Blocking can detect new threats even before virus protection updates are created for them.
· Improved performance delivers faster scans
· One click access to expert support
· Works quietly in the background.
· Network mapping provides a view of your home network.
· Detects and removes spyware and viruses
· Blocks spyware and worms automatically
· Protects email and instant messaging from viruses
· Prevents virus-infected emails from spreading
· Rootkit detection finds and removes hidden threats
· Includes protection updates and new product features as available throughout the renewable service period
· Remove dangerous threats from files you download
· Block spyware from hijacking your computer
· Stop spyware from tracking you online
· Block Internet worms at point of entry
· Remove viruses from email and instant messages
