![]() ![]() That’s worse than almost any other security suite we’ve tested. While Norton blocked every threat that was thrown at it, it also racked up an embarrassing tally of 22 false positives. We’re happy to report that Norton romped through the most recent series of tests, carried out in the first half of 2021, with a perfect 100% protection score from both labs against both widespread and brand new “zero-day” threats. Norton 360 is regularly tested by two independent security specialists – in Innsbruck and in Magdeburg. READ NEXT: Our guide to the best antivirus software Norton 360 review: Does it keep you safe? ![]() We’d be happier if it included some sort of active folder protection, just in case a ransomware threat manages to slip past Norton’s scanners but, as discussed below, that’s a very unlikely eventuality. There’s a custom firewall, too – although it’s buried in the settings where busy users may never find it – and an integrated version of Norton’s free password manager, allowing you to retrieve unlimited credentials on Chrome, Firefox or Edge, as well as Android and iOS. The software scans local files and websites on access to ensure nothing nasty can get onto your PC, while a separate webcam protection module keeps you in control of which programs get to access your camera hardware. Aside from that, all the expected features are covered.
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