Network Associates McAfee VirusScan Home Edition 7.0 Full Version for PC

Pros: Bargain (lol), confidence in its abilities
Cons: None that I know of

To date, I have had no trouble with McAfee VirusScan. In fact, I got a very good deal on it.

I went to the Sam's Club and saw a 14 month old version of VirusScan for only $5, so I bought it. Inside, it had a coupon for a free online update of...

Pros: Current, complete virus protection, Good value
Cons: Can't think of any

Anyone who is on the Internet knows they need virus protection. Programs, however, need updating. McAfee Clinic provides a low-cost manner to help protect your computer.

McAfee Clinic is a Website (www.mcafee.com)that allows you to scan...

Pros: A reliable, stable product from one of the leaders in the virus protection. field
Cons: Uses substantial system resources, but so do all other virus protection programs.

McAfee has for many years been one of the major players in the antivirus software market. With unscrupulous individuals creating computer viruses at alarming rates with devastating consequences, virus protection is more necessary than ever.
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Pros: Its better then a lot of scanners out there.
Cons: Not the best detection, can be confusing to use

I have had experience with four different versions of McAfee (well, 2 of them, and 2 "subversions"). I have had versions 3.09, 3.12, 4.02, and 4.03. I use to have an older computer with Windows 95 and the 3.xx (xx representing various numbers)...

Pros: It came bundled with my new machine, so I didn't waste my money
Cons: Miserable virus protection, unstable programs, conflicts-- I've seen fewer cons in an episode of "Oz"

The only good thing about the recent surge in illiteracy is that McAfee's flagship product is still appropriately named. Originally, the word "scan" meant "scrutinize" or "careful study". For some reason, people use it to mean "superficial review." ...

Pros: A couple of good things
Cons: Too many problems

This is part two.A continuing complaint about McAfee.I downloaded the Active Shield from the clinic.

When I downloaded the Shield,things were working fine. At a certain time of the day the Active Shield screen would pop-up and say, click to up...

Pros: excellent virus protection, updates available on the web
Cons: updates are not automatic

Virus scan software is required for anyone who shares files over the internet or is receiving E-mails. I cannot count the number of files which I have received that have had viruses attached. With McAfee Virus scan I have been able to find out if there...

Pros: easy to use great support base
Cons: as with any anti virus program have to update

McAfee use to be my anti-virus of choice till the now infamous CIH virus came to head. It lost this status for 2 reasons first it would not detect it, then when they did patch it you had to use 2 programs to clean it.
As a computer tech dealing with...

Pros: easy to use regular updates
Cons: can miss some virus

McAfee use to be my anti-virus of choice till the now infamous CIH virus came to head. It lost this status for 2 reasons first it would not detect it, then when they did patch it you had to use 2 programs to clean it.
As a computer tech dealing with...

Pros: More comprehensive than previous versions; effective, allows user control
Cons: Can be a bit confusing with the extras that come bundled with it

McAfee Virsus Scan was recently updated on my computer. I have used them for about three years now and am reasonably happy with it. What makes a user happy? Two things – they don’t’ get a virus to infect their system and the ease of...

Pros: free version updates, monthly virus data updates, easy to use
Cons: Big resource hog if running at startup, screws up software installs if left running

McAfee Virus Scan version 3.02 came with my computer. It used to run at startup, requiring that it be shut down before doing any installations of software. It also hogs resources when you don't need it. Virii don't blow in through an open window, your...

Pros: Great features, very reliable
Cons: none

McAfee VirusScan is the best virus software on the market today. This package provides you with the most complete protection from those nasty viruses. I have tried others and McAfee prevails without comparison.

After you install McAfee there...

Pros: McAfee -- the goal of all other anti-virus programs
Cons: the McAfee site -- a nightmare to make connections on

To be honest, computer viruses scare the living pee out of me! I was bitten by the Holiday virus last year, and unknowingly passed it on to some of my friends. I now am running three different anti-virus programs, including McAfee's VirusScan.
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Pros: Easy installation, fully automated features, best I've ever used
Cons: see review

Being a computer nut (also referred to as a geek), I've used several different anti-virus programs. When it comes to the sheer ability to sniff out and stop a virus from invading your computer, none I've used have matched McAfee products.

I've...

Pros: Great reliability as long as you update regularly, great interface, free updates and upgrades
Cons: Background scanner can get annoying while playing games and using memory-intensive programs

I've been using McAfee VirusScan since its wee days when it was just another one of the scanners. However, with time McAfee has developed a reputation among computer users, unlike most software companies. In the past, McAfee has provided great...