IT Cybersecurity Principles
Assignment 3
There are many products in the cybersecurity marketplace, some are well respected and others may be a source for the distribution of malware.
You have each been assigned a cybersecurity product to research and assess.
For the product you are assigned, make a report that includes the following information:
Full name of the product and any other names
Type of product (firewall, antivirus, etc.)
Any associated costs
The platform (PC, MAC, Android etc.) and any specific resources required to run the product
The organization that developed the product and the vendor that supports the product currently (may be the same)
A screenshot from the site with a link to the “official” page of the product.
A short description of the product in your own words and how it might be used for cybersecurity attack or defense purposes (2 or 3 paragraphs)
Information on how the product compares with other products that do the same thing, either from their site or from independent reviews such as PCMAG or CNET
Any comments on the performance of the product including negative associations such as malware distribution or criminal activity
Based on the above analyses and reviews you have gathered, provide a recommendation as for whether to use this product or not. If not, what alternative would you recommend based on the reviews above?
Include at least three references. The APA format is required for both in-text citations and bibliography.
DO NOT DOWNLAD THE PRODUCT UNLESS YOU CONFIRM IT IS SAFE TO DO SO
Your report should list each question and your response. Your responses should be full sentences when appropriate.
Your product is assigned below:
Product
Norton Antivirus