Hi Dottie,
I know,I've written about your question before,
but I found something you might find useful,
since you were concerned about McAfee removal.
You might find this article interesting:
http://www.technibble.com/repair-tool-of-the-week-mcafee-product-removal-tool/#more-1046
Some of the points echo my own sentiments regarding Norton and McAfee.
Peter.
-------- Original Message --------
Subject: [PCSOFT] McAfee
From: Dottie <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask]
Date: 22-Jan-2008 1:02:37 PM
I have McAfee as my virus protection and have received the following
message from my ISP, Comporium, who also happens to be my telephone company:
"Exciting news! Comporium is now offering FREE Internet Security
software to all High-Speed Internet Customers (a $49.95/year value).
This new software provides:
a.. Antivirus security - Protects, detects and removes viruses from
your computer b.. Spyware protection - Blocks and removes spyware and
adware that hide deep inside your computer c.. Personal Firewall -
Intercepts hackers and network viruses trying to attack your computer
and home network d.. Anti-phishing filter - Protects you from online
phishing scams designed to steal credit card and bank account numbers.
Easy to configure and notifies you of the latest Web site risks e..
Wireless network monitoring - Reveals strangers attempting to invade
your home network f.. Home network control - Manages, configures and
updates security for every PC on your network with an easy-to-use
management console g.. Parental Controls - Limits and monitors your
children's activities online You will receive a fully functional version
of the software, including any future updates for up to three computers.
This service will be FREE as long as you remain a Comporium High-Speed
Internet customer. At this time, the software is not available to
dial-up customers. "
This seems like an offer that is too good to refuse but I am wondering
if I must uninstall McAfee before I access Comporium's program. I keep
reading about all the problems folks have trying to uninstall McAfee and
am a little leery about attempting to but I also understand that you
cannot have two security programs running on your computer.
Any suggestions as to how I should handle this would be appreciated. I
have Windows XP Home w/ IE 6. I hope this is all the info you might need.
Gratefully, Dottie Hoch
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