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McAfee has been around for many years and is probably one of the best, most well-known antivirus suites on the market. In recent years, McAfee has included a VPN service to their range of security options. This addition is a massive bonus to those who want to remain anonymous online, while receiving proper antivirus protection.
- Family plans
- Identity protection
- VPN
- File encryption
- Phishing protection
- VPN is not the greatest compared to other VPN services
- The cost is quite high in comparison to other antivirus suites
Using The Software
The new McAfee is much better than the older, chunky version. The new sleek interface offers fast installation and ease of use once installed.
In paid versions, the VPN and password manager is fully integrated.
Privacy & Security
McAfee does excel when it comes to security and protection.
McAfee boasts about a zero a day malware attacks and in many online trials – they are 99% successful in completing that task.
In addition to excellent antivirus and malware coverage, McAfee also offers a password manager, which will keep all of your online passwords, safe and secure.
Product Features
Network Protection
McAfee does have a firewall built in behind the scenes. The firewall offers many more features over the built in Windows firewall.
Virtual Private Networking
McAfee’s VPN service is called ‘Safe Connect’. There are zero download limits and everything is encrypted using a AES-256 encryption. After testing, it would appear that their VPN service can hold up along side many of the leading stand-alone VPN services.
Spam Filtering
If you are one who can’t stand spam emails, McAfee protection may be a great choice for you!
McAfee’s spam filter is included with their services and it offers superior protection against junk emails.
File Encryption
With a service called ‘File Lock’, McAfee offers the ability to securely store your private files in an encrypted vault.
Plans & Pricing
- McAfee Antivirus Plus $24.99/year
- McAfee Antivirus Individual/Couples $39.99/year
- McAfee Antivirus Ultimate $69.99/year
- McAfee Antivirus Family $44.99/year
24/7 Live Support
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