#WHO OWNS NORTON ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE#
#WHO OWNS NORTON ANTIVIRUS PC#

#WHO OWNS NORTON ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE#

This appears to be the first example of a commercial product where programming reference information was integrated into the software development environment. The guides were written by Warren Woodford for the x86 Assembly Language, C, BASIC and Forth languages which were made available to users via a TSR program that integrated with programming language editors on IBM PC-type computers. Norton Guides (1985) ĭeveloped and distributed by Peter Norton Computing. Norton-certified technicians are available to offer repair assistance. The program uses inspection and repair services designed to restore speed and performance in place of a new computer or repair-shop work. Norton Computer Tune Up is a program that helps users increase the performance of older computer systems. The software is aimed at 'fostering communication' involving parents and their children's online activities.

Ī cloud-based parental control service known as Norton Family Premier is developed by the company, formerly known as Norton Online Family. 25GB of online storage is provided for backing up important photos and documents from a user's devices. Norton also provides backup software to keep its user's files safe. A mobile version of the software is also available. A mesh Wi-Fi network is developed by Norton, intended to protect computers inside the network from unsafe Web sites. The program was released in September 2014, replacing Norton 360, Norton Internet Security, and Norton AntiVirus. Other features included in the product are a personal firewall, email spam filtering and phishing protection. It includes malware prevention and removal during the subscription period for up to five devices. The software is licensed to individuals, small businesses and enterprises. The company's primary product is Norton Security. In the 1990s, Norton provided software to check computer systems for Y2K compliance. Norton’s products are primarily digital security tools for personal computers, server devices and, more recently, mobile devices. The company updated and diversified its product line until finally combining its offerings into one seamless product, Norton Security.

#WHO OWNS NORTON ANTIVIRUS PC#

In early 1991, Symantec's Norton Group launched Norton AntiVirus 1.0 for PC and compatible computers. Symantec's consumer antivirus and data management utilities are still marketed under the Norton name.

In 1990, the company was acquired by Symantec and renamed Peter Norton Consulting Group. Norton and his company developed various DOS utilities including the Norton Utilities which did not include antivirus features. was a software company founded by Peter Norton.

Who owns norton antivirus