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#Mc afee antispyware free#
Unfortunately, there's not much technical support information about this program available on McAfee's support Web site, but the company does provide free e-mail and online chat-based technical support for any problems you may have. McAfee AntiSpyware's integrated program help does the trick, but it's not extensive. In our informal tests, AntiSpyware performed fast system scans and found a large percentage (but not all) of the spyware and adware components hiding out on our informal test system. When you use AntiSpyware to remove spyware programs, you have the option of using the program's own uninstaller if it came with one, or of having AntiSpyware remove the offending program and all its associated files. Like Ad-aware 6.0, the program launches with a friendly summary screen showing spyware statistics, the latest action you have taken, and options to scan your system, restore programs, and change the program's settings.
#Mc afee antispyware install#
McAfee AntiSpyware also includes an advanced Auto Protect feature that works in the background and automatically scans every program for spyware as it starts up on your system, removing the need to run periodic manual system scans.Īfter you download the install file, McAfee AntiSpyware installs smoothly. Like most antispyware programs, McAfee AntiSpyware removes adware, key loggers, remote-control Trojan horse programs, and automated browser hijackers. You'll also get a copy of AntiSpyware included with McAfee's Internet Security 2004 suite. A boxed version is not currently available.
You can purchase McAfee AntiSpyware from McAfee Security online for US$39.95. Current users of McAfee Security products will appreciate its familiar interface design and integration with other McAfee apps. McAfee AntiSpyware is a solid entry in the spyware-removal category. McAfee AntiSpyware's automated spyware scanning makes this a sensible addition to any PC's security measures. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. ZDNet's editorial team writes on behalf of YOU, our reader.
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