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From what I gather, the newer versions don't really add much else, other
than anti-spam and anti-spyware features.

So long as I can update to the latest virus definitions, why would I
want to upgrade to something like Norton 2005?

You don't
Unless Symantec decides to stop support on the older versions, then you
are forced to upgrade your product.

- Kiyoshi

wrote:
> From what I gather, the newer versions don't really add much else, other
> than anti-spam and anti-spyware features.
>
> So long as I can update to the latest virus definitions, why would I
> want to upgrade to something like Norton 2005?

wrote:
> From what I gather, the newer versions don't really add much else, other
> than anti-spam and anti-spyware features.
>
> So long as I can update to the latest virus definitions, why would I
> want to upgrade to something like Norton 2005?
The version 10 of Norton CE identifies significantly more
types/varieties than 8.x does. Additionally there is an known exploit
of the 8.x firewall software. It is also more difficult to shut the 10x
product down via virus vector. I like the CE edition far better than
retail products, they are much more stable, have less glut, and are
better organized. I would recommend the 10x version versus the 8x
version if you can get it.

Winged

wrote:
why would I
> want to upgrade to something like Norton 2005?

If you have to ask, then the answer should be obvious.