McAfee Review – Full Report

Winning Antivirus Software for 2017

McAfee Review – Full Report

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I use McAfee products on my personal home systems. McAfee has a long history of being at the forefront of internet security. They have shown they can develop their defenses to meet the new threats to our security that appear every year.

Protection against ransomware, which is an increasing security threat, comes with their malware and antivirus protection. As they are are a large company and part of the Intel family of computer companies they can give plenty of support, including real-time chat.

McAfee Features

Multi-Device options and User Support

McAfee Total Protection comes in three levels of multi-device protection, a subscription protecting up to 10 devices, the second level of subscription for five and also a single device subscription option.

As well as protecting Windows devices, Mac computer systems are covered for anti-malware functions firewall Network Manager and a web safety tool.

All come with 100% virus removal guaranteed or your money back. All of these subscriptions include 24/7 support.

Security Features

McAfee has, of course, antivirus scanning but also protects you from risky websites and dangerous downloads.

Extra features are

  • Apple device protection providing antitheft and fire protection for iOS tablets and smartphones.
  • Android tablets and smartphones have data backup antitheft functions at privacy and Wi-Fi protection.
  • Easy Password Management. To allow people to use stronger passwords McAfee includes a True Key account which allows the central storage of passwords that can be used across your devices. Also, an anti-spam function is provided.
  • Keep your kids safe with parental controls.
  • Protect your privacy with encryption software. Encryption scrambles your files with a password so that you can control who can unscramble and read your files or communications.
  • The ability to permanently delete sensitive digital files.

1st Place

PROS  +++++

  1. Award-winning anti-virus for your windows® PC
  2. Great pricing choices
  3. Protect computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones with the same subscription
  4. Macs are protected: Includes Anti-malware, adware removal tools, firewall, network manager, and web safety tool for Mac®
  5. Easy to install

CONS – –

  1. Full scan can take some hours on large drives, but a Quick Scan option is available
  2. You have to get used to alerts occurring in real-time

Recommendation

McAfee Internet Security is great for home use to protect multiple devices. Use quick scanning most of the time.

Author: Neil Brown

Neil has been a computer geek since his teens with a strong focus on digital privacy and security.