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Cyberbaiting, bullying and spending
Gaming

Cyberbaiting, bullying and spending

Cyberbaiting, the act of students taunting teachers then filming their reactions, is a growing phenomenon, according to a new report.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
Review: Norton Mobile Security
Gaming

Review: Norton Mobile Security

Symantec's Norton Mobile Security for Android promises robust protection with features like remote locking, data erasure, and call blocking for GBP £59.99.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 1st Oct 2011
Counting the cost of cybercrime
Symantec

Counting the cost of cybercrime

New Zealand reels under a $556m cybercrime cost, says Norton report, with $256m in cash loss and $300m in time wastage.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2011
Norton, Bitdefender enhance Android security
Bitdefender

Norton, Bitdefender enhance Android security

Norton and Bitdefender have launched new Android security features to combat malware and theft, offering users enhanced protection and peace of mind.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
Editor's choice: Norton 360 Version 5.0
Cloud Services

Editor's choice: Norton 360 Version 5.0

Norton 360 Version 5.0 offers minimal new features, but excels in performance and user experience, earning our Editor's Choice for a third year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 18th May 2011
SonicWall's Redman resigns
Unified Communications

SonicWall's Redman resigns

Dean Redman resigns from SonicWall, with Richard Ting stepping in amid the search for a new ANZ country manager, promising steady growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2011
Beware the Will & Kate wedding spam
Symantec

Beware the Will & Kate wedding spam

Cybercriminals are on the lookout to capitalise on the mass of online activity surrounding the upcoming royal wedding.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2011
New Norton betas available for free download
Symantec

New Norton betas available for free download

Symantec unveils free Norton 2012 betas, boasting faster scans, less memory usage, and enhanced security measures.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2011
Cyber crime: we're guilty too
Malware

Cyber crime: we're guilty too

Norton's Cybercrime Report reveals we often don't report cyber crime and admits many engage in questionable online behaviour. Can we change?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Nov 2010
Review: Norton Internet Security 2011
Gaming

Review: Norton Internet Security 2011

Norton Internet Security 2011 impresses with real-time protection and user-friendly design, earning top marks in independent tests.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Nov 2010
New Norton 360 beta ready to download
Symantec

New Norton 360 beta ready to download

Symantec has launched the public beta of Norton 360 version 5.0, featuring identity protection, automatic backup, and PC tuneup, for free download.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 14th Oct 2010
Symantec unveils Norton Everywhere
Symantec

Symantec unveils Norton Everywhere

Symantec's Norton Everywhere extends security beyond PCs to mobile and smart devices, offering new solutions like Norton Smartphone Security for Android Beta.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 28th May 2010
Symantec appoints ex-cybercrime prosecutor
Symantec

Symantec appoints ex-cybercrime prosecutor

Adam Palmer has been named Norton Lead Cybersecurity Advisor who brings with him over ten years of experience in private industry and government service.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2010
'Santa' malware on the march
Malware

'Santa' malware on the march

As the festive season approaches, the purveyors of spam and malware are out in force – and their early efforts are already emerging.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Dec 2009

Stories from Other Regions

Norton stories

Video: Auckland Startup Weekend
Startup Weekend

Video: Auckland Startup Weekend

Go behind-the-scenes and see who won the 54-hour entrepreneur event that took place in Auckland earlier this month.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Apr 2011
Auckland Startup Weekend detailed
Digital Entertainment

Auckland Startup Weekend detailed

Auckland Startup Weekend connects innovators in a 54-hour blitz to build new ventures, featuring top speakers and intensive collaboration sessions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Mar 2011
Cost of cybercrime creeps up
Malware

Cost of cybercrime creeps up

The cybercrime economy is now as large as the international drug trade and 90% of today's cyber attacks are driven by organised crime.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2010
62% of children have had a negative online experience
Cyberbullying

62% of children have had a negative online experience

A Norton survey reveals 62% of children have faced negative online experiences, feeling 'angry', 'upset' or 'afraid'. Parents, take note and act.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2010