Does virus protection come installed (e.g. McAfee)? If so, how low long does the version last?
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I don't know, but this shouldn't be an issue because AVG free edition is vastly superior to both McAfee and Norton and doesn't cost a dime!
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It does. It has McAfee pre-installed. I myself don't use McAfee though and it took me a while to actually remove it. I assume its a 30 day trial but I didn't see any counters on it.
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Yes, part of the package is automatic updates to the system. All virus software MUST update frequently, or the latest problems will not be addressed.
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This laptop came with Windows 8.1 operating system installed. It had Internet Explorer as the browser and a trial version of McAfee virus protection software.
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No, not installed with any extra programs, just the operating programs, Windows 8, which takes a little getting use to, after awhile you'll like it. Has some TRIAL programs like McAfee Virus, but all other programs you'll have to load, can do from old MS disc, or load from online sources, of course at a price 00 Cheers, Charlie
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You should *have* a reputable antivirus app on your machine, but Microsoft's Windows Defender is acceptable if you would like a free, basic, easy to maintain software. Please also read the following article: Tools for a Safer PC - Krebs on Security - http://krebsonsecurity.com/tools-for-a-safer-pc/ (Note that "Microsoft Security Essentials" is now known as "Windows Defender" which I referenced above.)
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While this program is a no cost download, I have an older computer Windows 7 xp and I just wasn't all that confident that Avast was working well enough for my needs so I went ahead and bought the mcafee instead. I'm more familiar with mcafee and I uninstalled the avast so I'm afraid I cannot help much. It just didn't work well enough for my personal needs.
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Yes, I've purchased one recently and it comes with the McAfee Antivirus software, free for 60 days. I bought it back in May. It's about to expire. Due to cost of today's Antivirus software I will probably search for a free version. Microsoft has Microsoft Essentials which is free and works pretty well.
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I have had this game for quite awhile and never got a virus. Hope this helps
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Hello. no. it might have mcafee but 30 days trial or even less. best regards
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Comes with McAfee but not sure how long tge free promo lasts. I am a Norton person so I uninstalled the McAfee pretty fast
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dont know.. i never used the McAfee security with this system.. i had 6 months left with Nortons 360.. from other computer and used that.. i bought my computer around june 29.. and have never had problems with it.. even when i left if on for 24 hours straight for downloading.. i use an HDMI cable to hook up this computer to my 32"HDTV.. and watch a lot of high def content... this computer is a pretty good home theater PC [HTPC]... on a side note you might qualify for free windows 7 .. i saw a article about it on cnet dot com.. go to cnet... click on News tab.. and search "free windows 7 upgrade".. you should find the article easy.. i havent gone through the process yet.. but our aspire X1700 should be eligible... acer dot com/windows7upgrade/ ... replace the "dot" with a "." and it should take you to the acer page.. if you cant find the link on cnet
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If you had McAfee previously on your computer it must be removed in order to download the one bought from Amazon. Yes, it does give automatic updates and so far has been very effective. I plan to also use the disc to load McAfee on my other computer at another place. It can be used on three computers. It is a good deal, I don't why anyone would want to pay the full regular price when they can get it for cheap from Amazon. jayteacher@bellsouth.net
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Like all Windows computers, it has Windows Defender built in. Alternative software, such as Norton, Kaspersky, or Trend Micro are not included, unless you buy this as a bundle.
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I used it on an old computer hard drive, my McAfee cleaned the viruses on the old hard drive and was able to recover files. If you don't have a virus program you may infect the computer you are using.
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I can only assume. If McAfee wants to keep customers, they will upgrade you for free AND you keep your license for your purchase period (one year). I can't answer your question definitively.
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I do not know, I do not understand your question sorry. All I can tell you is that since I have avast PRO in my computer I am safe and no viruses. I have it for several years already. I also have it installed in my outlook and in my google chrome and I am happy.
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Hi I had to contact Customer Services, which, at best, is hit and miss and at worst is an appalling experience Beware of their tendancy to try and sell you "essential clearing of numerous viruses from your infected computer" I use Windows Defender, CCleaner and Malwarebytes, all free to download, I binned Mcafee Good luck