SOVLED! Web And Email Protection Drawer

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By taking advantage of Web and email protection drawer of McAfee, people could optimize their Internet surfing experience while avoiding a wide range of issues. That being said, it’s not uncommon to see people asking questions like where is Web and email protection, how to make use of it, etc. New to McAfee and could use some help regarding Web and email protection? In that case, this article is exact;y what you need. 

A Summary Of Web And Email Protection (McAfee) 

Access

Several people assume that since Web and email protection is for Internet surfing, they launch their web browsers and look for it on the homepage. In reality, Web and email protection is accessible via McAfee on the computer, not web browsers. Thus, if you want to get to Web and email protection, all you have to do is to locate the McAfee icon then double-click it. You should see Web and email protection drawer as soon as McAfee opens.

Personal Firewall

Enable

  • Step 1: Double-click the McAfee icon.
  • Step 2: Click the Web and Email Protection drawer, pick Firewall and go to the Security Levels drawer.
  • Step 3: Select Security level then choose Apply.

Disable 

  • Step 1: Double-click the McAfee icon.
  • Step 2: Click the Web and Email Protection drawer then pick Firewall.
  • Step 3: Decide when you would like the Firewall to turn back on and hit Turn Off.

Remote Connections

  • Step 1: Double-click the McAfee icon.
  • Step 2: Click the Web and Email Protection drawer, pick Firewall and open Ports and System Services.
  • Step 3: Hit Add, navigate to System Service Name then enter the name of the application or service you want to allow access to your computer.
  • Step 4: Enter a description of the application or service to help identify the new rule. Next, set the TCP or UDP ports required by the application.
  • Step 5: Go to Open ports to, choose All PCs then select Save.

Restore Default Settings

  • Step 1: Double-click the McAfee icon.
  • Step 2: Click the Web and Email Protection drawer then pick Firewall.
  • Step 3: Hit Restore Defaults.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What should I do when the McAfee installation fails?

Solution 1: Think About System Requirements

Like other antivirus programs, McAfee could only perform to its full potential on computers that meet its system requirements. Therefore, in the case that McAfee installation fails, you should give system requirements some thought.

  • RAM: 2 GB 
  • OS: Windows 7 or later.
  • At least 500 MB of free drive space.
  • 1 GHz Processor.
  • High-speed Internet connection

Solution 2: Uninstall Other Antivirus Programs 

In case you don’t know, the presence of multiple antivirus programs on the same computer would result in all sorts of hassles. Unable to install McAfee from start and finish and you have another antivirus program on your PC? Then you should uninstall it. 

  • Step 1: Go to Search bar, type Control Panel and press Enter.
  • Step 2: In Control Panel, change View by to Category then hit Uninstall a program under Program.
  • Step 3: Locate your current antivirus program, right-click it and pick Uninstall.
  • Step 4: Follow onscreen instructions to complete the installation then restart your computer. 
  • Step 5: Install McAfee again. 

Solution 3: Download McAfee Software Install Helper

  • Step 1: Launch your web browser then visit McAfee’s official website.
  • Step 2: Download McAfee Software Install Helper.
  • Step 3: Run the executable file and follow onscreen instructions to complete the installation McAfee.

What are the alternatives to McAfee?

Windows possesses a built-in antivirus program called Windows Defender and it works well in most of the cases. Once it comes to third-party antivirus programs for Windows devices, reputable names include McAfee, Kaspersky, AVG, Norton, etc. 

What does McAfee Personal Firewall do?

In layman’s terms, the Personal Firewall of McAfee keeps your devices out of harm’s way and prevents unauthorized access to your network system. It’s a two-way firewall that filters incoming and outgoing traffic. 

Does the firewall provide full security?

While the firewall provides protection, you should also implement measures to secure your devices and data on them. For instance, avoid clicking links and opening attachments sent by strangers. You should also steer clear of free software, “too good to be true” offers and so on. If you come across something suspicious but don’t know the best approach, ask around. 

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