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    Anti Virus software

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by gerrod2, Feb 15, 2011.

  1. gerrod2

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    I have a Aspire 1825PTZ and I am trying to load Kaspersky Internet Security as my bank provides it free, but it will not load with Mcafee loaded. I have tried Add Remove programs but it still tells it is there and still to remove Mcafee.How can I remove all traces of it?
     
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  2. J.P.@XoticPC

    J.P.@XoticPC Company Representative

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    Hey gerrod2! This is the one experience I did not enjoy about McAfee or Norton when trying to uninstall them... Go to this page on MajorGeeks.com where they have a McAfee removal tool. Then Kaspersky should load with no problems afterward.

    Not trying to be an MS fanboy, but have you looked at Microsoft Security Essentials as well? It is free anti-virus provided by Microsoft for any Windows users. I personally like it because it isn't bulky and has similar detection rates when compared to most other anti-virus solutions.
     
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    Thanks guys all sorted.
     
    gerrod2, Feb 16, 2011
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