McAfee virus scan 8.0 will not install XP Home

[keithinuk]

Hello

This has also been posted in the Network Associates forum.

I've just upgraded from 98se to XP Home and have tried to reinstall virus scan. A basic install didn't work so I changed the compatibility to NT (not supported) and then 2000 (install error with no useful explanation). There is no reference to XP which 8.0 is supposed to be okay with.

I'm on a limited budget at the moment and can't afford to buy something else. Can't afford a virus either !!!!!

Any ideas please ????

Many thanks
Keith

In case I forget to say 'Thank you' I'll say it now - thank you for your help !!!

 

[gpalmer711]

I have not come across any problems with McAfee 8 and XP. What is the error message you get?

If you want a free alternative you can try AVG from

http://www.grisoft.com/us/us_index.php

Greg Palmer
Free Software for Adminstrators

http://www.palmersoft.co.uk

 

[smah]

There are several virii that shut down virus scanners - I seems logical that they may also prevent virus scanner installation. It might be wise to try a couple of the free online virus scanners in faq760-3862