Overview McAfee VirusScan and Antivirus

Overview McAfee VirusScan

McAfee VirusScan Software

The 2007 edition of VirusScan Plus integrates antivirus, firewall and anti-spyware capabilities and contains (amongst others) the following features:

On-access file scanning
Inbound and outbound firewall protection
Spyware protection
Daily definition updates (except the weekend)
Daily pop-up reminders, appearing at random intervals, even over full screen applications and video games. This feature cannot be disabled.
McAfee X-Ray rootkit detection
McAfee SiteAdvisor - displays a safety rating for websites based on tests for evidence of spam, malware and phishing

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McAfee SystemGuards - monitors the computer for activity that may be caused by virus infection or hacker activity VirusScan Plus 2007 is compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista only.

VirusScan Enterprise

McAfee also produces an enterprise-level product named VirusScan Enterprise which is designed for use on larger networks. It contains features designed to make management of antivirus software on multiple computers easier. Unlike the home-user edition it consists of a client application which is loaded on all networked computers and a server application, through which signature and application updates are installed and settings for all client programs are configured. Clients can be controlled with the ePolicy Orchestrator (EPO) or with ProtectionPilot (PRP). ProtectionPilot is easier to configure and use but only control VirusScan. EPO is a unified console (it can control VirusScan and other McAfee products

VirusScan for Mac

Previously known as Virex, in November 2007 McAfee announced VirusScan for Mac 8.6. The main highlights of this new version are:

  • Leopard Compatibility: First version compatible with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
  • Universal Binary: First universal binary version in the Virex product line. It will run on both Intel- and PowerPC-based Mac computers natively.
  • On Access scanning: Features true blocking On Access Scanning. It scans every file being accessed from or written to the machine and blocks infections if any. On Access Scanner can be configured to scan on Read Only, Write only or both. It can also be configured to scan files on network volumes.
  • 5100 engine support: The latest McAfee Anti-Virus engine.
  • Apple Mail scanning : It will now scan Apple Mail messages for any infections. This feature is available through both On Demand Scanner and On Access Scanner.

McAfee VirusScan description
McAfee VirusScan is the world's premier virus detection and removal solution
With the wide variety of viruses, hackers and blended threats lurking on the Internet today, you need more than a simple anti-virus program to keep your PC and files secure. McAfee VirusScan Plus AntiVirus, Firewall & AntiSpyware provides the essential protection you need to surf the Web and download files safely.

With McAfee VirusScan Plus powerful integrated technologies work together to combat and defeat even the most sophisticated multi-pronged attacks. McAfee's trusted PC protection blocks and removes threats automatically, and identifies spyware and adware before they can run on your PC..

Plus, to keep things extra simple, the new McAfee SecurityCenter gives you at-a-glance control over all your McAfee applications. Get the confidence you need to surf the Web, knowing McAfee is always on, always updating and always protecting you.

Here are some key features of "McAfee VirusScan":

3 in 1 Protection
Stops Viruses. Automatically blocks, cleans, and removes viruses so you can surf the Web safely and download files.
Blocks Spyware. Blocks spyware before it installs on your computer and removes existing spyware so you can surf the Web safely.
Stops Hackers. Protects and conceals your computer from hackers so you can surf the Internet safely.

Additional Benefits
Guards important files stored on your computer, and helps prevent your computer from crashing.
Automatically monitors incoming and outgoing Internet activity, looking for suspicious applications and data.
Improves your computer's performance by removing clutter and freeing disk space.
Provides advance warning to help you avoid sites which send spam, install adware, or attempt online scams.
Redesigned for You. Scan your computer, check for updates and configure your security settings using the new McAfee SecurityCenter. This essential, easy-to-use program gives you one-click access to your computers security information.
Always On, Always Protecting. 24/7 virus and threat protection from McAfee AVERT Labs continuously monitors worldwide virus activities and provides immediate, anti-virus protection and removal solutions.
Always Upgrading, Always Updating. Daily updates are installed automatically. When a new version of McAfee is available, you get it automatically at no charge during your subscription, ensuring that you always have up-to-date protection.
Convenient, Ongoing Protection. McAfee offers a variety of renewal options to keep your McAfee protection current.
Real People, Real Help. Support from McAfee's computer security experts, via Internet chat, e-mail and phone.

New and Improved Features
Integrated anti-virus, anti-spyware and firewall technologies work together to combat today's sophisticated, multi-pronged attacks.
Spyware protection detects, blocks, and removes spyware and adware.
Complete inbound and outbound firewall protection automatically trusts known good applications and helps blocks spyware, Trojans, and key loggers.
McAfee SystemGuards watches your computer for specific behaviors that may signal virus, spyware, or hacker activity.
McAfee X-Ray for Windows detects and kills rootkits and other malicious applications that hide from Windows and other anti-virus programs.
McAfee SiteAdvisor adds safety ratings to sites and search engine results based on comprehensive spam, adware, and online scam safety tests.
Stealth mode can hide your presence on the Internet, making your computer invisible to hackers.
McAfee SecurityCenter makes it simple to review your computer's security status, check for updates, and fix potential security issue

Requirements:

Microsoft Windows 2000 Service Pack 4, Windows XP, Windows VISTA
75 MB hard disk space (after installation; 125 MB hard disk space before installation) 800 X 600 or higher resolution
Supported browser programs (Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later / Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or later)
Supported e-mail programs: POP3 (Outlook Express, Outlook, Eudora, Netscape)
Supported instant messaging programs (AOL Instant Messenger 2.1 or later / Yahoo Messenger 4.1 or later / Microsoft Windows Messenger 3.6 or later / MSN Messenger 6.0 or later)

McAfee AntiSpyware description
McAfee AntiSpyware quickly detects then safely eliminates malicious applications
McAfee AntiSpyware quickly detects then safely eliminates malicious applications - e.g., key loggers, remote-control programs, browser hijackers - before they hide in your system and snatch passwords, rob your identity or monitor browsing activity when you surf or shop.

Erasing online roadblocks, McAfee AntiSpyware also foils adware programs that trigger annoying advertisements and sap syste

Here are some key features of "McAfee AntiSpyware":

Exclusive! Advanced “Auto-Protect” Technology alerts users when potentially hostile applications attempt to install and run, providing options to block the threat at the gateway.
Multiple Scanning Options (On-Demand and On-Execution) allow users to perform thorough or custom scans depending on their need. The default setting performs a full system scan.
One Year of Automatic Updates prompts users to download and install the most up-to-date protection against spying and tracking programs.
Extensive Detection Database provides a thorough database of adware, spyware and keylogging programs. This database is continuously updated to keep up with the plethora of programs created daily by hackers.
Uninstall Flexibility allows you the choice to uninstall tracking programs using that program’s uninstaller (if available), or McAfee AntiSpyware’s removal technique, which removes all traces of the program.
“One-Stop-Shop” Identification and Removal of all components and files associated with spyware; allowing users to remove any and all associated files in one click
Auto-Protect
This feature alerts users the moment a known adware/spyware/keylogger process is created. This gives end users greater insight into what is happening on their system. Users do not have to wait until the program potentially sends personal information about them out to the Internet. They will be alerted before this occurs.
Program Removal
Identifies and removes adware, spyware, and key logging programs entirely, including entries in the Windows Registry, and other area where programs leave remnants.
Comprehensive Scanning and Custom Scan Options
Scans your PC for programs and related spyware and adware remnants and identifies files for removal.
Automatic Backup of Removed Files
Includes files recently removed for easy restore if users remove files by accident
Restore Removed Items. Users have the ability via a convenient rollback removal, to undo a removal action, restoring files you inadvertently removed.
Streamlined User Interface
Provides detailed information at-a-glance including number of detections, last updates, news and information and easy access to settings changes.
Uninstall Flexibility
Users are provided the choice to uninstall the program using that program’s uninstaller, or McAfee can remove all traces of the program.
Timely News.
A feature to provide users with information from the main console detailing the latest information about a variety of information that pertains to their updates, detections, and status.
Extensive Keylogger Database.
With one of the most comprehensive databases for suspicious programs, users will receive new updates on a regular basis. The suspicious program database is updated continuously and users will be alerted to retrieve updates every two weeks

 

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