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What is Symantec/Norton AntiVirus software, and where can I get it?

Note: For information about Symantec's latest antivirus product, see What is Symantec Endpoint Protection?

Symantec/Norton AntiVirus (SAV for Windows, NAV for Mac OS and OS X) is a virus protection program distributed by the Symantec Corporation, offering effective protection features, including infected file quarantine, online virus protection updates, and an automatic scheduler. SAV/NAV is designed to start running as soon as your computer's operating system starts. It runs in the background, checking all vulnerable files for possible infection by mischievous, sometimes malevolent, programs called viruses and worms. SAV/NAV does this by looking for the identifying signatures of these worms and viruses and comparing them to known viruses for which it has files. When it detects an infected file, it notifies you and manages the infection according to your preferences.

SAV/NAV software is available to Indiana University students, faculty, and staff for free via IUware.

In order for your antivirus software to help keep your computer secure, follow these guidelines:

Additionally, local support providers (LSPs) can set up a SAV Enterprise server to deploy Automated Virus Definitions to the computers they administer.

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Last modified on May 13, 2009.

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