Norton SystemWorks 2008 Standard Edition 11 0

Keeps your computer operating smoothly and protects it from online threats / Anti Virus / Anti Spyware / Comprehensive backup tools

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5 Stars nortons systemworks
Always have trusted products from this company. Have had great price from Amazon.com on this product. Will be back in the future to shop again because this is a good trusted site with better than average prices. Price was even better than Symantec online version for download.

1 Star lousy customer support
I’ve had to reformat my computer several times and each time I either get Norton Go Back to work, or the other diagnostics, but not both at the same time. A technician tried to help me online, but was unable. He told me someone would contact me the next day to resolve. That was months ago. It is still unresolved.

Norton does not seem to care about ensuring that its products work properly and this is one of the reasons I may be switching to a Mac for my next computer.

1 Star I received this product with not matching code.
I have been trying to install this product and the installation key in the envelope is not match the software. I’m wondering if the cd it was in the wrong box or was mess by the vendor.

3 Stars For 1 PC only?
I have 2 computers and I assume it will only work on one since you must use the code numbers to install. My old Norton was not like that.

4 Stars Simple, if long, set-up
I bought this to replace a 2006 version of SystemWorks, which was a cheaper approach than renewing the license. The set-up took a little while (maybe 20 minutes) and required a few restarts, but really nothing I wasn’t expecting.

One thing I want to stress is that I did NOT have to remove the old version. I have no idea why this wasn’t required for me, as so many other people seemed to have to do an uninstall first.

The separate install for the Virus Protection was a little strange (why wouldn’t I want it installed?) but, again, no issues with the process.

It’s running now and seems fine. No performance hit or anything like that. All in all, it seems good.

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Norton SystemWorks 2008 Basic Edition 11 0

Norton Systemworks 2008 Basic is your all-purpose tool for better PC maintenance and security. Repair and maintain your PC health, while reversing failed Software installations with a click. You can also remove unneeded Internet clutter. Norton Utilities runs continuously in the background, to help you recover from crashes, repair your system, and fix errors on your hard disk. It also lets you compare different File versions and recover deleted files, and it helps to optimize the performance of your hard drive. Norton GoBack allows you to easily undo problems with your PC. You can restore your PC to a healthy state by going back minutes, hours, or even days depending on avaliable hard drive space. You can also GoBack to restore files that have been deleted or modified, and to try new software safely. Returns your computer to a pre-crash state after system failures Recovers individual folders, files, previous document versions, and unsaved files Monitors software installations and reverses failed or unwanted installations System Requirements - Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, Windows XP Home, XP Pro, 300MHz or higher processor, 256MB RAM, 275MB of free space, DVD or CD-ROM drive, Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Super VGA (800×600) or higher-resolution video adapter and monitor

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Norton System Works Basic
Norton System Works BASIC dovetails perfectly with Spysweeper Antivirus and MS firewall. Computer is working better than ever, without conflicts.

1 Star Too restrictive for use when you really need it
I purchased this item because I needed to wipe a disk for resale. It turns out that it cannot wipe the disk of the computer it boots from since it needs to be “installed” first. So you have to remove the hard disk and put it in a different computer where the product is installed. Also, there is no way to make a bootable CD for use in repairing problems where the system cannot boot up. So, what use is Norton Disk Doctor then if it can only be used when the disk is working?

And of course with the product activation, you must know where you need the product installed before you need it because you have only one chance to install it and it can never be uninstalled and moved to a different computer.

1 Star Lousy customer support
I’ve had to reformat my computer several times and each time I either get Norton Go Back to work, or the other diagnostics, but not both at the same time. A technician tried to help me online, but was unable. He told me someone would contact me the next day to resolve. That was months ago. It is still unresolved.

Norton does not seem to care about ensuring that its products work properly and this is one of the reasons I may be switching to a Mac for my next computer.

1 Star Be Ready to Waste Days of Your Life Installing this!!!!
As a computer-literate, 10+ year veteran of using the Norton/Symantec brand, I have to call it quits after this. With a previous version of SystemWorks installed on my XP desktop, this SystemWorks upgrade required running Norton Removal Tool prior to installing–only the Removal Tool couldn’t hack it. After wasting days trying to succeed with the install, I’ve given up. I’ll find another Brand.

5 Stars Norton System Works 2008
I REALLY LIKE THE SYSTEM WORKS AND THIS WAS A GOOD VALUE FOR IT. I WOULD BUY THIS PRODUCT AGAIN NEXT YEAR. IT WAS DELIVERED FAST AND FREE SHIPPING IS GREAT.

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Norton SystemWorks 2008 Premier Edition 11 0

Norton SystemWorks 2008 Premier gives you better protection from Viruses and spyware. This comprehensive solution offers enhanced protection by automatically backing up your photos, Personal files, and everything else on you computer. It also maintains your system and prevents common problems. When trouble does occur, it’s there to help you repair the damage and recover your system. It’s the first security tool to combine AntiVirus protection with the tighter Internet security you need. Whether you need to remove spyware or restore a corrupt hard drive, Norton SystemWorks Premier Edition will help get you up, running and enjoying your computer in no time. Norton AntiVirus 2008 offers the same level of protection along with new features and improvements. Backs up everything such as digital photos, family videos, key financial records, essential computer system files, and other data in one easy step Protects all files of a certain type (such as photos or documents) by finding and backing up the exact file types you indicate Automatically detects and fixes Windows problems Defragments and optimizes your hard drive for better performance Live Update Notice alerts you to new features, product updates and threat advisories as available throughout the renewable service period Email scanning supported for standard POP3 and SMTP compatible email clients Supported Instant Messenger Clients - AOL Instant Messenger 4.7 or higher, Yahoo! Instant Messenger 5.x or 6.x, MSN Messenger 6.0 or higher File System Support for Backup and Recovery Tasks - FAT16, FAT16X, FAT32, FAT32X and NTFS System Requirements - Windows XP Home Edition, Professional, 300MHz or higher processor, 256 MB RAM, 256 MB free space, CD-ROM or DVD drive for software distribution on media, Internet Explorer 5.5 (6.0 recommended), Super VGA (800×600) or higher-resolution video adapter and monitor

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star Symantec tech support could not get the program to operate
After three hours Symantec promised a senior tech would call back.

After numerous e-mails to them I gave up.

Shame on you Symantec/Norton!!!!

5 Stars A Really Good Product for the Money
I’ve been using Norton Systemworks for some time now and have been very satisfied with the results. It does a very good job of cleaning up your HDD, registry, etc. along with scanning for viruses and spyware. For those that don’t have a FAST internet connection- BEWARE. As soon as it installs, it will go to the Norton website to look for updates. If you have a dial up connection, you will be there for a WHILE!! Unless you need it, I would suggest you turn off some of the automatic features as it will slow down your computer. If you are smart about what you download and are careful NOT to open suspicious e-mails and stick to well known websites, you can manually scan most things and be just fine. GOOD LUCK and ENJOY this helpful product.

1 Star bug ridden mess that does more harm than good
I’ve been using Norton Utilities for many many years. Starting back in the early macintosh days, and now right up to windows vista. What’s really sad is to see their product get worse and worse each year. But I think this one is the last straw.

First I had problems with my rebate (for owning a prior version). Then I had problems with licensing. Although I went through the licensing procedure and registered my product, the backup utility that is part of this got installed as a “trial” and kept nagging me until it timed out. The product also crashes frequently, and after finally getting my license squared away, then the backup utility refused to work. I eventually learned that it had corrupted its internal database, making it useless.

Honestly, even though it is inexpensive for prior version users to upgrade to this version (assuming they honor their rebate), I still regret doing it. I would definitely recommend macafee for security and virus removal, and pretty much anything else for backups. It’s really sad to see what Symmantec did to this once great product.

5 Stars SYSTEM WORKS 2008 JUST RIGHT FOR ME
I HAVE BEEN A FAN OF NORTON SYSTEM WORKS SINCE I HAVE OWNED A COMPUTER. THIS LATEST VERSION THE PREMIER EDITION 11.0 HAS ALL I NEED AND MORE. INSTALL EASY, SETUP EASY, UPDATES, IN SIMPLE TERMS IT WORKS GREAT. I WOULD RECOMMEND.

1 Star norton
WARNING to anyone thinking about buying this product! Please understand that you will not be buying this product only RENTING it. If you do not renew every year the product stops working….COMPLETELY! I’m not just talking about updates, etc. It actually tells you that it has stopped working and it won’t work unless you renew. I have just wasted more than 2 hours with Norton’s online tech support. This is the case with ALL Norton products and I am quoting the tech.

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