Symantec is attempting to find a way to keep its consumer security software line from bogging down computers with an upcoming release of its popular Norton 360, according to a recent Wall Street Journal posting.
Symantec execs said that in general, its security software works by embedding itself into a PC operating system to scan for abnormal behavior that indicates the presence of malware or some kind of malicious code.
However, in the upcoming version of Norton 360, Symantec's consumer security software line, the Cupertino-based company plans to make use of a technology that incorporates a statistical approach to find malware. Instead of directly linking to the computer's operating system, the security software will search for patterns, such as total number of PCs on which certain software is installed. Because this statistical method doesn't engage users PCs as deeply, it theoretically is less prone to crashes and is less likely to bog down systems -- a factor which could be a huge incentive for more consumers and SMBs to invest in basic security software.
Partners have maintained that users dread installing security software, fearing that it will compromise the speed and efficiency of their machines. And they often aren't wrong.
Altogether Symantec's Norton 360 version 2.0 is the company's security solution geared for consumers, home office users and lower-end SMB space, incorporating antivirus, antispyware, PC security, identity protection and backup and PC tuneup options.
The upcoming version of Norton 360 is part of the company's goal to improve security software to the point of "zero-impact" -- in which the software would operate completely unnoticed by users, according to the WSJ.
Symantec says that the updated of Norton 360 is scheduled for a beta release some time this summer, and will be available on the general market later this fall.
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