Norton DNS
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Overview
Norton DNS is a program developed by Symantec. The most used version is 1.0.2, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The software installer includes 7 files and is usually about 1000.97 KB (1,024,997 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 7. While about 77% of users of Norton DNS come from the United States, it is also popular in United Kingdom and Philippines.
Program details
URL: dns.norton.com/dnsweb/homePage.do
Help link: community.norton.com/t5/Norton-DNS-Public-Beta/bd-p/DNS_pb
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Norton DNS
Uninstaller: C:\Program Files\Norton DNS\Uninstall.exe
Estimated size: 1000.97 KB
Files installed by Norton DNS
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NortonDNSUp.exe - Norton DNS Upgrade Assistant
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NortonDNSSvc.exe - Norton DNS Service
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Uninstall.exe - Norton® DNS
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DynLib.dll - Norton DNS (DynDNS® Dynamic Link Library)
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NortonDNSConfig.exe - Norton DNS Configuration Utility
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NortonDNSControl.exe - Norton DNS Elevated Service Controller
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NortonDNSTray.exe - Norton DNS Notification Icon
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- NortonDNSSvc.exe runs as a service named 'Norton DNS' (Norton DNS) "Sets and maintains Norton DNS protection on this computer.".
How do I remove Norton DNS?
You can uninstall Norton DNS from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Norton DNS, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Norton DNS.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 45%
Win XP 5%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 5%
Keep it 95%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
68.18% |
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| Windows Vista |
18.18% |
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| Windows 10 |
9.09% |
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| Windows XP |
4.55% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
36.36% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
22.73% |
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| Windows Vista Home Premiu... |
9.09% |
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| Windows Vista Home Basic |
9.09% |
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| Windows 8 |
4.55% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
4.55% |
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Geography
76.67% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
76.67% |
| United Kingdom |
13.33% |
| Philippines |
3.33% |
| Germany |
3.33% |
| Canada |
3.33% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Dell |
31.58% |
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| Acer |
26.32% |
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| Hewlett-Packard |
15.79% |
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| Toshiba |
10.53% |
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| GIGABYTE |
5.26% |
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| ASUS |
5.26% |
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| Gateway |
5.26% |
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Common models |
| Dell Vostro 420 Series |
15.00% |
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| HP Pavilion dv6 Notebook ... |
10.00% |
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| Dell Inspiron 1525 |
10.00% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite A660 |
5.00% |
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| MSI MS-7636 |
5.00% |
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| HP-Pavilion FQ574AA-ABA m... |
5.00% |
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About Symantec
Symantec developers security software for business and consumers and helps customers protect their computers, information, identities and infrastructure by delivering software and services that address risks to security with various products such as Norton AntiVirus, Internet security, and anti-spyware products e.
Publisher URL: www.symantec.com