Symantec 10231616 - ACAD ANTIVIRUS.9.0 W, User Manual

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About the Security Status indicator
The Security Status Indicator summarizes your current
protection levels for different activities such as
emailing and Web browsing. It estimates a general level
of protection based on the security programs that are
installed on your computer. The Security Status
Indicator appears on the left side of the main window.
Responding to Security Status indicators
When your system encounters a threat or a risk, the
product displays the security status in the main
window. When a status indicator displays a status, you
can take appropriate action to improve your protection
status. Your protection is based on the programs that
are installed on your computer. To improve your
protection status, ensure that your installed programs
are up to date.
The status indicator displays the following statuses:
Indicates that your computer
and activities are protected from
threats, risks, and damage Secure
Indicates that your computer
and activities require attention
Take appropriate action to
improve your protection status.
Attention
Indicates that your computer
and activities are at risk
Take immediate action to
improve your protection status.
At Risk
You can respond to the status indicators directly from
the main window.
Getting started
About the Security Status indicator
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