NORTON opinion (2022): What to think of antivirus after our test?

Norton's big test

Antivirus and firewall

Norton is an antivirus that is responsible for recognizing all the malware that could possibly arrive on your computer one day.Thanks to this antivirus, you will no longer have to worry about the safety of your machine: it will necessarily be ensured.But then, how does it work?In fact Norton is based on a database that lists all viruses worldwide.Then the antivirus is responsible for carrying out a regular test of your memory in order to detect possible anomalies.

If a virus is recognized on your disk space, then Norton warns you and you immediately receive a notification.Then Norton will ask you for your opinion: What do you want to do with this threat?Do you rather delete it?Or isolate it to check the content?These questions are essential for the rest of the process, in order to avoid contaminating your PC or your Mac.

During our test, the Norton Antivirus identified each threat it has encountered, whether via a USB key or from the net.So we can say that it is an effective antivirus.His detection score is more than 99% in most firms specializing in antivirus analysis.

Norton is not just a simple antivirus, it is also a firewall.During our antivirus test, we have found that it is able to list all the incoming and outgoing flows of your device by Wi-Fi.A functionality that also works without worry via Ethernet socket.Then, the Norton test is responsible for checking that no pirate tries to access your machine via this bias.A welcome solution when you sail on public networks such as plane, boat, train, cybercafé etc.

Norton Password Manager

Norton is also a real password manager thanks to the eponymous functionality (read an article on the subject with our colleagues in a press-citron).This is doing very well on a daily basis, and in our opinion is very easy to use.In addition, it is compatible with most websites on the market.So if Norton knows that you are connecting to Facebook, your identifier will be saved.

Smart backups

Norton is an antivirus that also helps you do prevention rather than just treating.How does it come?In fact, the antivirus mechanically records (or on demand) everything that is created on your computer.This goes from information to the register to your personal files through photos for work.In this way, if one day an attack should take place, then your data will always be available.A very effective way to fight in particular against ransomware.We also find this feature in Intego, which is one of the best antivirus on Mac.

Virtual private network

Performing a Norton test without going through one of its flagship features, the VPN, would be a gross error.So we have taken the plunge to give you our opinion on the question.Imagine that the result is there, but beware.Indeed, Norton also offers enough servers to bypass the censorship of certain countries.On the other hand, as soon as they are asked a slightly more difficult task like cheaper plane tickets, Bitdefender does better.

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A VPN also allows you to watch streaming series if you are of the opinion that the Netflix or Prime Video catalog is too limited in France.Finally, know that some profiles such as whistleblowers or journalists also use this tool.An additional way to secure their connections.

Norton Dark Web Monitoring

Norton Dark Web Monitoring is a very intelligent solution that allows you to monitor the Dark Web in search of your personal data.The principle is relatively simple.In fact, when hackers hack a website, it happens that they recover the identifiers of all users.Other malicious internet users can then buy this information and use it against you.If Norton locates your email address on the Darknet, you are warned that you have to change your password.

Of course, to avoid this inconvenience, it is always better to protect yourself by not using the same password twice.

NORTON antivirus compatibility

It is important to know that the Norton test dedicated to virus detection does not work everywhere.So let's start by taking an interest in computers that run on Windows.Norton 360 is compatible with Windows 11, with Windows 10, with Windows 8, with Windows 8.1 and with Windows 7.You can also cite the Norton Security suite, which works with Windows 11, with Windows 10 and with Windows 8 and Windows 8.1.

The Norton Internet Security suite, which does not harvest the best opinions compared to that of Bitdefender offering the same assets, is also compatible with Windows 11.But beware, because Norton Password Manager is for example neither compatible with Windows Vista nor with Windows XP.

Products compatible with MacOS Big sur, in Norton Antivirus, are Norton 360, Norton Security, Norton Antivirus and Norton Internet Security.Let's finish by adding that Norton also offers his mobile malware detection test thanks to an iOS app and an Android app.On the Play Store, Norton 360 thus harvests fairly positive opinions with more than 4 in 5 stars.

Norton offers price

The price of Norton offers varies according to your needs.Here is a quick detailed comparison, after a test of each subscription for a month:

Our opinion will be to advise Norton 360 Deluxe, because it is the best value for money.But with a Norton 360 Premium test, it is likely that you have all the cards in hand to protect a more imposing machine park.So this is the ideal package for a company.

Our final opinion on the Norton Antivirus

Here we are at the end of this Norton test.So what is our final opinion?For us, it is certainly a good antivirus software, but not as effective as competition.Indeed, other players in the sector such as the excellent Bitdefender Total Security are out of hand.In addition, the free Norton offer is far too limited to be able to compare yourself to other antivirus.So certainly you can try it, but also remember to go see what other publishers offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Norton?

The price of Norton is very variable.In our opinion, it is therefore better to monitor it very closely.Indeed, Norton sellers often offer discounts on their antivirus.But these can disappear after a while.Thus, a Norton Antivirus Plus test normally costs 34.99 euros per year.A standard Norton 360 test will however be always more expensive because it is a package with more functionalities.

As for Norton 360 Premium, this is the best Norton Antivirus for us.An enlightened choice but which is still lagging behind the competition of Intego or Bitdefender.

Is Norton the best antivirus?

It is difficult to say that Norton is the best antivirus.Indeed, if our Norton test has certainly been able to prove that this is effective software, other antivirus is better.Norton is nevertheless very well positioned in terms of pricing, so that those who are of the opinion not to spend too much will appreciate.The Norton password manager is for example less good than that of Bitdefender Total Security.Where Norton is doing well on the other hand, it is on the firewall because it analyzes all the connections without making a mistake.

How to do a Norton test without paying?

A free norton test is actually within everyone's reach.Indeed, the antivirus offers a trial version.So you have the possibility to download it to try Norton without spending a single penny.Unfortunately, this will not allow you to get a clear idea of the product.Indeed, it is better to go to the checkout in order to access the best features.

Is Norton free?

Norton is not free.However, it is possible to test Norton for thirty days without having to pay.After this month, when it is sold, you will have to make a choice: subscribe or stop the use of the antivirus.Unfortunately, in our opinion it is not a very good solution to bet on Norton in evaluation version.Indeed, this edition therefore blocks after about four weeks.

However, it takes more time to make an opinion on an antivirus.Indeed, although threats are common on the net, they are not so numerous.You will only meet a few a week.Difficult therefore to get an idea of the percentage of detection of Norton virton when the latter met only a dozen on the web.With a larger sample on the other hand, you will have every chance of recognizing the capacities of this antivirus.

Can I protect my Mac with Norton?

Norton Antivirus is software that works on macOS.It can therefore be used to protect Apple laptops, whether it be MacBook Pro or MacBook Air.Macbook without suffix are also compatible with Norton.But that does not stop there, since our Norton test also worked on Apple fixed PCs.This is the Mac Pro, the Tower or the Rack, the Mac Mini, the iMac and also the Imac Pro.

With Norton on your Mac, your data will be safe.Thus, if a pirate is of notice to steal your personal data, he will not be able to achieve his ends.

Est-ce que Norton is a good antivirus pour Windows ?

Norton is not the Windows antivirus that collects the best reviews.Indeed, our Norton test has proven that Bitdefender Total Security is more effective on several points.First of all the detection of viruses: Bitdefender detects a little more than Norton.But it is enough to make the difference in a user at risk of the company type.Otherwise, be aware that Norton is also very useful for protecting branding surface or surface pro computers, tablets under Windows 8.1, Dell and HP computers.

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Who created the Norton antivirus?

Norton is an antivirus that belongs to the Symantec Corporation.A very famous company.Indeed, the opinion of investors is very positive on this company since it has its own action on the Wall Street Stock Exchange with the acronym NLOK.Nortonliflock, Norton's parent company, has a head office in Tempe in Arizona.According to Glassdoor's advice, life is good.Safety errors will therefore be potentially less frequent if the working atmosphere is good.

The first Norton test dates from the 1990s.The founder of Norton, Gary Hendrix, had turned the antivirus at the time on an old machine and obtained from very promising first results.

Is Norton's safety reliable?

Norton is a good antivirus.Our test has indeed shown that Norton recognizes more than nine viruses in ten, which is not negligible.You should also know that Norton has his own servers and does not store your personal data in a country at risk such as China or Russia.Finally, Norton has received several awards from expert cabinets who rent the security of its applications.There is therefore nothing to fear: our Norton opinion with regard to confidentiality is very positive.

N°1 mondial (500 millions de clients)

Detects viruses, malware, phishing

The fastest on the market

Offre spéciale : 60% de remise

9.8/10

Voir le siteNotre test Tarif annuel16 €Antivirus Plus 24 €Internet Security 32 €Total SecurityNotre avis : Le meilleur antivirus sur tous les appareils !VitesseSécuritéFonctionnalitésSimplicitéSupport clientQualité / prix EN VOIR +1

Number 1 on mac

Detects threats (including 0-day)

No impact on performance

Offre spéciale : 60% de remise

9.4/10

Voir le siteNotre test Tarif annuel19,99 €Mac Internet Security X9 29,99 €Mac Premium Bundle X9Notre avis : Le meilleur antivirus sur Mac avec une protection très avancée contre les failles 0-DayVitesseSécuritéFonctionnalitésSimplicitéSupport clientQualité / prix EN VOIR +2

Very popular on Windows

Very complete antivirus suite

100% of blocked threats

Low impact on performance

9.1/10

Voir le siteNotre test Tarif annuel29,95 €Individuel 29,95 €Multi-équipements 39,95 €FamilleNotre avis : La référence historique de la sécurité WindowsVitesseSécuritéFonctionnalitésSimplicitéSupport clientQualité / prix EN VOIR +3

Simple antivirus to use

Light on performance

High protection scores

Tool to speed up the PC included

9/10

Voir le siteNotre test Tarif annuel29,99 €Kaspersky Anti-Virus 29,99 €Kaspersky Internet Security 49,99 €Kaspersky Total SecurityNotre avis : L'antivirus le plus intuitif du marchéVitesseSécuritéFonctionnalitésSimplicitéSupport clientQualité / prix EN VOIR +4

Version gratuite efficace

Avast One : antivirus + VPN

Windows, Mac, Android and iOS

Bought by Norton in 2021

7.9/10

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Norton Antivirus

8.2

Writing note

8.2/10