Symantec Security and Backup/Recovery Solutions Ship with Sony VAIO Systems Throughout Europe

Symantec Corp. (Nasdaq: SYMC) today announced that Sony Europe has selected Symantec security and backup and recovery solutions to protect its customers throughout Europe. Under terms of the multi-year agreement, Norton Internet Security 2006 and Norton Ghost 10.0 will ship preinstalled on all Sony VAIO desktop and notebook computers in Europe. Customers will be able to use both products free-of-charge for 90 days. When the trial period ends, customers can then purchase a full 12-month subscription to either or both products.

“The Internet landscape is continually changing, and the recent increase in cybercrime is one of the most serious threats to emerge,” said Enrique Salem, senior vice president, consumer products and solutions, for Symantec. “As a result, users must be more vigilant and proactive than ever in keeping their systems and data out of reach of such attackers, while also ensuring that their PCs and information can be easily recovered in the event of a problem. By shipping Norton Internet Security and Norton Ghost with their popular VAIO line of desktop and notebook computers, Sony is providing its European customers tools they need to keep their PCs and information secure and available.”

“Sony VAIO customers demand powerful yet intuitive solutions that enable them to maximize their online experiences while mitigating potential risks,” said Jun Koyama, VAIO of Europe Marketing Director. “To that end, Sony Europe is offering Symantec’s award-winning security, backup, and recovery solutions with our own world-class VAIO systems to both enhance and protect our customers’ investments and safeguard their valuable data.”

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