Security vendor, Symantec, has released a public beta version of its latest internet security package, which includes spyware and adware protection for home users.

Norton Internet Security 2005 AntiSpyware Edition is being designed to provide real-time detection and automatic removal of spyware from users' computers.

Norton's latest product is being designed to support the Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP operating systems along with Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or above.

Users can download the free public beta version of Norton Internet Security 2005 AntiSpyware Edition from https://www-secure.symantec.com/public_beta/. Plans call for Norton Internet Security 2005 AntiSpyware Edition to be available for purchase by retail and OEM customers in the second quarter of the year.