64-bit Windows wide open to viruses
Users of the latest 64-bit version of Microsoft's Windows XP Professional x64 Edition operating system will not have the option to install Norton or McAfee antivirus software, vnunet.com can reveal.
Users trying to install the Norton Internet Security 2005 security suite for consumers on the 64-bit version of Windows see an error message stating that the product can not be installed.
They are referred to a web page which states: "Symantec currently does not sell any consumer products that are certified to be compatible with 64-bit processors and operating systems."
A similar error message pops up when trying to install McAfee security products.
Spokespeople for Symantec and McAfee did not respond to requests for further information in time for this story's posting.
Symantec has previously stated that it will support 64-bit Windows in its corporate antivirus product, but does not list an expected release date.
