Internet Threat Meter

Risk Information for What You Do

Up-to-date risk meters and details associated with specific online activities—and what you can do about it

Latest Threats, Removal Tools

Immediate access to the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and removal tools

Threat Outbreak Security Notices

Integrated Security Notices alert you to outbreaks or other security issues right on your desktop

Threat Level Change Notices

A fly-out panel alerts you to a change in the threat level (or not—you customize it)

Full-size and Mini-Size Displays

Dock the gadget on your Vista Sidebar in mini-size, or drag onto your Desktop full-size or mini-size

Search Any Virus or Risk

Right from your Desktop, search Symantec’s comprehensive Security Response database to learn about virus or risk details

Choose Your Preferences

Personalize the gadget to fit your needs or use it straightaway without fuss