Symantec

Symantec is a worldwide leader in computer software development. They are primarily focused on security and information management software, and produce the popular Norton Anti-Virus series. They also publish information management software which manages network security, data backup, and other similar tasks.

• 1982: Symantec is founded in Cupertino, California

• 1985: Releases Q & A, a computer program that combined database and word processing abilities

• 1990: Symantec releases the first version of Norton Anti-Virus

• July 5, 2005: Merges with Veritas, a successful information management software developer

• August 16, 2005: Acquires Sygate, a security software developer

• November 30, 2005: All Sygate's previous products are incorporated into Norton Personal Firewall

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