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1. I don't use McAffee, but

Thu Apr 15, 2021, 04:09 PM

Apr 2021

Web Advisor appears to be troublesome to some users.

If you uninstall, Windows Virus and Threat Protection should automatically kick in until you reinstall. It does a good job. If you're paranoid, keep browsers closed unit you reinstall.

Here is some additional info from McAffee:

https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/oracle/webcenter/page/scopedMD/s55728c97_466d_4ddb_952d_05484ea932c6/Page29.jspx

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Help - Question re: McAfee Anti-virus (corrupt web advisor?) [View all] Number9Dream Apr 2021 OP

I don't use McAffee, but teach1st Apr 2021 #1

Thanks for replying - I'll follow your advice and try again Number9Dream Apr 2021 #2

I second the suggestion to get rid of McAfee. TwilightZone Apr 2021 #3

I dislike McAfee as well TheRealNorth Apr 2021 #4

Thanks for taking time to reply Number9Dream Apr 2021 #6

I will "third" the suggestion to get rid of McAfee. Earth-shine Apr 2021 #5