Remove McAfee and use Windows Defender as AntiVirus

How do I get rid of McAfee AV so that I can use Windows Defender?

I just started up my new Asus GL703GE Laptop for first time out of the box. After all updates were installed, I am trying to get rid of McAfee so that I can use Windows Defender as my AV. After many googles, I am frustrated.

FreddieVee 

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Hi Freddie

McAfee can be extremely hard to remove form a PC, the uninstall process leaves many remnants behind after the uninstall . .

McAfee know this and they provide the McAfee Removal Tool to totally delete McAfee from your system, then after a restart Windows Defender will take over protecting your PC . . .

Download link for McAfee Removal Tool:
http://us.mcafee.com/apps/supporttools/mcpr/mcp...


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Last updated March 19, 2024 Views 1,729 Applies to: