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I don't disagree at all. I used to use Norton anti-virus before it got so bloated and resource hungry. I realize that has been changed now. I personally do like like suites. I don't like to purchase what I can get for free. I don't use MSE either.
In all actuality a few hours or even a day makes little practical difference. Malware does not just suddenly explode and blanket the internet. It usually takes a day or two to analyze it, verify it, write the code, test the code, and look for possible variations of the malware code. Certainly less complex malware can be countered on short order.
Unless everyone subscribed to Norton updates has their computers on 24/7, many subscribers aren't going to get the update for a day or so anyway.
I agree with Wolfgang; it is more of a marketing gimmick than actual practical security value. It is a "feel good" thing to convince consumers that are getting extra bang for their money. And I'm not saying this is bad; it is good strategy.