Publisher's Description
From McAfee:
McAfee Antivirus Plus 2012 provides complete Anti-virus, Anti-spyware, and Anti-malware.
Relentless security software scans and blocks dangerous emails, risky web content, and online threats like viruses, Trojans, spyware, and rootkits. -McAfee Active Protection�?�¢?�?�¢ immediately looks at suspicious material and determines its risk to help keep your computer secure. Extra layers of Internet security software block bad guys breaking in or sneaking out with your personal information. This traffic cop patrols nonstop to prevent malicious software from gaining access to your PC.
Safe Searching and Shopping
Color-coded icons next to your search results let you know before you click which sites are safe and which may install malicious code, phish for your identity, or send you spam.
We invest in performance to help you enjoy your digital life to the limit--surfing, shopping, and socializing with minimal interruptions.
-Permanently destroy sensitive files to be sure they cannot be retrieved by other users when you donate, recycle, lend or upgrade your PC.
Unused applications, cached browser files, and other junk slow down your PC. McAfee QuickClean�?�¢?�?�¢ software removes the clutter so your computer can keep up with your digital life.
McAfee now blocks stealthy botnet software by denying its attempts to connect your PC to web addresses that belong to crooks. This extra defense helps prevent your computer from sending out your personal information to Internet crime networks.
Portable storage devices can be infected in their travels, spreading malicious code from system to system. McAfee scans and blocks this portable payload of viruses, Trojans, and worms before it can wriggle into your PC and your network.
Many people get McAfee protection because they are already infected. To help you salvage your system, McAfee works to remove infections as our software installs.
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All versions:
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Current version:
2.1 starsout of 9 votes
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"bad,waste of money,no support"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
i got this antivirus 3-year subscription..my windows 7 crashed..i reinstalled it in new windows now it says mcafee is already installed in another pc. first remove it.how am i supposed to do that..i contacted support service they have no response.no reply to email.so i just uninstalled it and get free avast antivirus..
Cons
any free antivirus like avg or avast can do better than this..
Summary
just don't waste money on this ****!!
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"Makes internet crawl and disables Windows Firewall"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
Aside from firewall issues, the program is spectacular.
Cons
A bug has existed for over two months and support refuses to provide a workaround. Simply search for "McAfee firewall slow internet" and extensive forum posts will pop up. The bug makes connecting to the internet a hassle while extensively using system resources. The only workaround is to disable net guard to access the internet, but system resources are still used and connection is severely limited (e.g., frequent timeouts, unable to stream video, etc.). Even worse, McAfee Firewall prevents turning on windows firewall even when McAfee is disabled!
Summary
POS avoid until actual solution is provided.
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"Wouldn't install"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
good reputation
Cons
Couldn't install because I had Norton. Wasn't going to remove Norton just to try McAfee
Summary
Never got to try it.
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"Not just bad but dangerous!"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
Absolutely none!
Cons
Ruined my Operation System. It knocked out a piece of my Windows OS and when I called support, not only would they NOT HELP, but were downright rude! I would advise strongly against getting involved with this company.
Summary
STAY AWAY!
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"McAfee is the best anti virus"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
i have been using McAfee for 4years now it is the best antivirus i have ever used...I have used many others but none rivals McAfee two thumbs Up
Cons
It does take a lot of computer' resources but to good effect
Summary
Great for a pc with a big RAM and processor speed
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"I don't know why a lot of people hate it?"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
McAfee is a real good one to protect pc, it catches almost threats out there to harm your pc when you're online.
Cons
It takes a lot pc's resource, but not much.
Summary
Love it. I think that you never try, never know.
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"Very ineffective Anti-Virus!"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
Site-advisor feature is good.
Cons
Pay for virus removal if your pc gets infected with an active subscription.
Summary
I'm not satisfied with this product. It did not protect my pc from a malware. The customer service is pathetic. Almost impossible to find a number where you can call them if you need help. They renewed my subscription with my cc information without my consent.
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"Useless product"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
Already on new PC
Cons
Stop a Trojan too late.
Summary
After a virus infected my PC, I contacted them for assistance. Even though I have an active subscription, they wanted $89 to remove the virus. What do I have them for?
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"Horrible product. As bad as malware"
Version: McAfee AntiVirus Plus 2012
Pros
It came with a 1 year free subscription with the computer I bought
Cons
If this company was once reputable, it is no longer. Many client companies will no longer use McAfee: It catches things maybe 1 in 4 times, requires restarts everytime it does minor updates, and is a generally USELESS program. Home users: Get Avast or Microsoft Security Essentials.
Summary
I would rather use free programs like Avast or Microsoft Security Essentials than to use a free subscription to McAfee. Their product sucks, and they're useless at a personal level. I think at an enterprise level, you will do your company more harm than good.
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