Norton Antivirus is a popular security software designed to protect your Windows environment from viruses, malware, and other online threats. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of installing and using Norton Antivirus on a Windows system. We'll also cover some basic commands and tasks you can execute to ensure your system remains secure.

Installing Norton Antivirus on Windows

1. Download Norton Antivirus:

   • Visit the official Norton website and download the latest version of Norton Antivirus compatible with your Windows version.

2. Run the Installer:

   • Locate the downloaded file, usually named something like Norton_Setup.exe, and double-click it to start the installation process.

3. Follow the Installation Wizard:

   • The Norton Installation Wizard will guide you through the setup process. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

4. Activate Norton Antivirus:

   • After installation, you will be prompted to activate the software. Enter your activation key, which you should have received upon purchase.

5. Update Virus Definitions:

   • Once activated, Norton will automatically update its virus definitions. Ensure you have an active internet connection for this process.

Using Norton Antivirus

• Performing a Quick Scan:

  • Open Norton Antivirus from the Start menu.
  • Click on the "Scan" option and select "Quick Scan" to check for any immediate threats.

• Scheduling Regular Scans:

  • To schedule regular scans, go to the "Settings" menu.
  • Select "Task Scheduling" and set up a schedule for regular scans to keep your system secure.

Examples: Using Norton Antivirus via Command Prompt

While Norton Antivirus primarily uses a graphical user interface, some tasks can be executed via command prompt using the NAVW32 command. Here’s how you can perform a scan using CMD:

1. Open Command Prompt:

   • Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.

2. Navigate to Norton Directory:

   • Use the cd command to navigate to the Norton installation directory. This is usually located in C:\Program Files\Norton Security.

   cd C:\Program Files\Norton Security

3. Execute a Full System Scan:

   • Use the NAVW32 command to start a full system scan.

   NAVW32 /L /S

   • /L specifies a full system scan.
   • /S runs the scan silently without user interaction.

Additional Tips

• Keep Norton Updated: Regularly check for software updates to ensure you have the latest security features.
• Enable Real-Time Protection: Ensure that real-time protection is enabled to automatically block threats as they occur.