How do I

ginwoman

Well-Known Member
temporarily disable my McAfee antivirus softwear? I have firefox (which I'm thinking about getting rid of).
 

Katt

Active Member
If you can right click the icon in the systray, that might be a way to disable it. I would suggest going to get Microsoft Security Essentials instead... d/l it to your desktop (save the download, not just "run") and then go back and at the start button, search for files "mcafee" and delete all! THEN, before you go anywhere online, install the MSE download and run it. it should take care of your AV, Spyware needs and it's free! Mcafee isn't, and it's not that great. JMHO... you asked.
 

ginwoman

Well-Known Member
thanks Katt. I might attempt that tomorrow...too bug eyed tonight from fooling with this computer all day.
 

Katt

Active Member
OH,.... BTW, make sure you delete any antivirus software off of your computer before installing a new one. They do NOT play well together and will cause drama on your computer. Pretty much applies to all AV's but some more than others. Norton and McAfee do not play well with others.
 
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