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Keeping virus protection current
WHY? Norton AntiVirus relies on up-to-date information to detect and
eliminate viruses. One of the most common reasons you may have a
virus problem is that you have not updated your protection files since
you purchased the product.
Symantec provides online access to these new files, called virus
definitions files, at no charge every month. You need to update your
virus definitions files monthly.
■ From Windows, use a modem or Internet connection to let
LiveUpdate
automatically download and install updated files.
■ Get updates by mail. This service requires a fee. For more
information, see Symantec Service and Support Solutions at the end
of this manual.
Updating virus protection with LiveUpdate
WHY? LiveUpdate is the easiest way to keep virus protection current
because it automatically downloads the proper files and installs them on
your computer. You can get virus protection updates anytime by clicking
the LiveUpdate button.
To update virus protection:
1. Start Norton AntiVirus.
2. In the Norton AntiVirus main window, click LiveUpdate.
3. In the How Do You Want To Connect drop-down list box, select one
of the following:
Find Device
Automatically
Norton AntiVirus determines if you have an
Internet connection or must connect using your
modem.
Internet Norton AntiVirus connects to a special Symantec
site on the Internet.
Modem Norton AntiVirus dials a preset number and
connects to a Symantec server through your
modem.