Symantec 10231616 User Guide - Page 20

20 Getting started About the Security Status indicator 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: Secure Indicates that your computer and activities are protected from threats, risks, and damage Attention Indicates that your computer and activities require attention Take appropriate action to improve your protection status. At Risk Indicates that your computer and activities are at risk Take immediate action to improve your protection status. You can respond to the status indicators directly from the main window.