Norton Systemworks 2004 NOW FREE after rebate w/ free shipping

[rasputinj]

Buy.com has a Hot deal on Norton Systemworks 2004 for the low price of

List Price: $69.95

Our Price: $60
Rebate: $30 Norton/Buy.com Rebate (exp 3/31)

$30 upgrade rebate (exp 3/31) when you upgrade from any Norton/Symantec/McAfee product)

Price After Rebate(s): FREE AFTER REBATE with free shipping and no tax in most states (tax in CA though)

 

[KenSr]

Is there much difference between 2003 and 2004 versions?

Thanks
Ken

 

[rasputinj]

I do not know yet, but it is cheaper for me than to to pay for antivirus updates for another year.

 

[billbillw]

The 2004 version has "product activation" taking after Microsoft. You won't be able to install it on multiple systems like 2003 version. I don't think there are many added features.

 

[Frglss]

Originally posted by: KenSr
Is there much difference between 2003 and 2004 versions?

Thanks
Ken

2004 requires an activation key, 2003 did not.

 

[rasputinj]

Originally posted by: billbillw
The 2004 version has "product activation" taking after Microsoft. You won't be able to install it on multiple systems like 2003 version. I don't think there are many added features.

I miss the good old day with multiple norton installs. I guess I need to pay up now.

 

[Delbert]

Originally posted by: Frglss

Originally posted by: KenSr
Is there much difference between 2003 and 2004 versions?

Thanks
Ken

2004 requires an activation key, 2003 did not.

Is it strictly one install per copy? If I have a laptop and a desktop would I need a second license/copy?

 

[InlineFive]

Originally posted by: Delbert

Originally posted by: Frglss

Originally posted by: KenSr
Is there much difference between 2003 and 2004 versions?

Thanks
Ken

2004 requires an activation key, 2003 did not.

Is it strictly one install per copy? If I have a laptop and a desktop would I need a second license/copy?

Save yourself the cash and buy the Norton AntiVirus 2004 from NewEgg for $55. It has two licenses and is actually cheaper in the long run then buying the regular version for multiple computers.

-Por

 

[Frglss]

Originally posted by: Delbert

Originally posted by: Frglss

Originally posted by: KenSr
Is there much difference between 2003 and 2004 versions?

Thanks
Ken

2004 requires an activation key, 2003 did not.

Is it strictly one install per copy? If I have a laptop and a desktop would I need a second license/copy?

From Symantec: Do users need to buy additional licenses if they install their software on additional PCs?
Users should refer to the terms of their product's license agreement to determine when additional licenses are required. The license agreement for most Norton products permits users to install and use a single copy of the software on a single computer. The license agreement for a few Norton products, such as Norton AntiVirus 2004 Professional, enables users to install and use the software concurrently on two computers.

From what I have read, usergroups, the use of duplicate keys will invalidate mulitple installs. From the Symantec excerpt above, 2004 pro should be able to install on 2 PCs.
Personally, I'll stick with Systemwork Pro 2003 as long as possible.

 

[John]

You can activate the product 10 to 15 times before you need to phone Symantec and get the key reset.

 

[aircooled]

I'll just renew my 2003 for a while.

 

[DVDnut]

Just took advantage of this deal. However, the details aren't quite what was described above.

Price is $60 before rebates.

Two rebates available:

1) $30 rebate ALL QUALIFY

2) $30 rebate for crossgrade/competitive (must own a previous version or competitive product)

If you qualify for the second rebate, the net price is $0.

However, this item does not qualify for free shipping. You'll have to pay $5.51 for shipping. There is no less expensive option.

 

[billbillw]

I just checked this again.
It is $60-$30-$30(up/crossgrade) and FREE shipping.
Price AR is $0 for those who qualify for up/crossgrade rebate.
I might have to bite on this. I just got the warning that my virus updates are expiring and I was shocked to find out that the cost to renew is now up to $20! What happened to the days where renewal was less than $5?

 

[BigLar]

Got it! Thanks!

 

[DealyDo]

I believe 2003 Systemworks includes Norton Ghost and 2004 doesn't. At least from looking at the 2004 box.

 

[ww4397]

Originally posted by: DealyDo
I believe 2003 Systemworks includes Norton Ghost and 2004 doesn't. At least from looking at the 2004 box.

Ghost was in System Works 2003 Professional. I think it is also in the 2004 Pro version and is unchanged from 2003.