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Home | News & Society | Current Affairs The two companies will provide a co-branded version of Symantec's Norton Internet Security package that is integrated with the Yahoo toolbar, Yahoo e-mail, and HotJobs services. It includes Norton AntiVirus and Norton Personal Firewall for detecting and blocking spyware, viruses, and nuisance adware. Feeling Safe "Our users want to feel safe online and not have to put a lot of work into feeling safe," Yahoo spokesperson Nicole Leverich said. "With the Norton Internet package we are providing an easy way to add comprehensive protection." Leverich said it's not uncommon for Yahoo to partner with technology providers who are specialists in their respective fields. "They are great at security, so it makes sense to let Symantec do what it does best while allowing us to focus on what we do best, which is provide an array of Internet services to our subscribers." Yahoo users can receive a free 30-day trial of Norton Internet Security, after which a 12-month subscription will cost US$49.99. Too Much Security Not Enough Secure Web surfing and e-mail handling is a priority for all Web portals, and most are taking steps to keep their customers satisfied. AOL recently rolled out its own Total Care package, with third-party assistance. Microsoft offers Windows OneCare Live, and Google also has a partnership with Symantec. "All ISPs should offer strong security measures, and most of them are already doing so, because most people aren't educated about protecting themselves," Yankee Group analyst Johathan Singer said. With some 81 percent of PC users surfing the Web without any of the recommended precautions, there is no such thing as too many vendors hawking security solutions, he added. Article Source: http://www.articlewheel.com
Jay Wrolstad, newsfactor.com
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