Computer Associates Internet Security Suite Plus 2008 Reviews

Summary of review published by Laptop Magazine — May, 2008


Advanced users may appreciate the degree of customization they can do with the Computer Associates Internet Security Suite Plus 2008. However, the reviewer found the Antivirus software too picky. Getting it up and running requires you to go through a multitude of screens that needs you to agree to something, configure the firewall and setup parental control. Once you get past the installation phase, the user interface the Internet Security Suite Plus 2008 is quite simple. The software can also be customized heavily, which can be a deterrent for novice users. Despite the available customization, the reviewer felt that there were times when too little choice is available, such as what the firewall should block. For some strange reason, the antivirus protection is not activated by default, and turning it on requires a reboot. When it comes to scanning, the Internet Security Suite Plus 2008 does it thoroughly. The parental controls it offers impressed the reviewer with the reports on what URLs are being accessed and the blockage of well-known and more obscure adult sites. Though it does offer a high level of customization, the functionality of the Internet Security Suite Plus 2008 is found to be wanting.
Pros:
-User interface intuitive
-Highly customizable
-Comprehensive scans
Cons:
-Too many steps when installing
-Setup process tiresome
-No Quick Scan
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