Norton Internet Security 2011 has maintained its strong tradition of being one of the best internet security softwares and they have also introduced some features in their new version. The new features include the Power Eraser and effective third party security. The Power Eraser is a tool which aggressively eliminates all fake antivirus softwares and other malware from your computer which in fact, prevent legal internet security programs from being installed.

Compared to the previous versions, installations are super fast with the program being ready to run in a minute’s time. Among other new features in the Norton Internet Security 2011 is the new web interface which runs on your desktop. The latest version offers some web based features, however, you do not need to open your browser to access them. You can access them instantly through the web interface provided.

The Norton Internet Security 2011 has three main sections of security: computer security, network security and web security. The controls pertaining to each category are to the right and all of them are activated by default. If you want to deactivate any of them, you need to click on them. As you click on each control, a pop-up shows what the control is meant for. All the usual options of quick scanning, comprehensive scanning and custom scanning are also available.

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Apart from the normal scans offered by the Norton Internet Security 2011 in previous versions, it now offers to scan your Facebook wall for bad links. The bootable recovery tool was also offered in the previous versions but now you can create a bootable CD, DVD or USB device. This is particularly helpful in case your system crashes and fails to boot again.

The Norton Internet Security 2011 also offers the usual support options with the help menu opening local support while extensive tutorials are web-based. You can access the support team through chat, check the user manual, FAQ and knowledge base on their website. Though phone support is available, Norton prefers that users would get help primarily from online resources.

Performance of the Norton Internet Security 2011 is as rock-solid as ever. However, it slowed down boot time and multi-tasking applications considerably though there is no impact on the shutdown time. Overall the Norton Internet Security 2011 provides faster scanning, reliable detection and low errors. The Norton Internet Security 2011 has lived upto its reputation as one of the best paid security suites available today.