security

[doggiepaddle]

The computer came with MCAfee security pre-installed. I never ordered that product. Now they want money to keep the security going. I would like to switch to Microsoft firewall and security. How do I do that? It won't let me turn on the Windows firewall."

[sandytechy20 · Accepted solution]

@doggiepaddle

Welcome to HP support community.

Uninstall McAfee in the computer

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Click Settings.
3. Click System on the Settings menu.
4. Select Apps & features from the left pane. ...
5. Select mcAfee app you wish to uninstall.
6. Click the Uninstall button that appears.

Turn Windows Defender Firewall on

• Select the Start  button > Settings  > Update & Security  > Windows Security and then Firewall & network protection. Open Windows Security settings
• Select a network profile.
• Under Windows Defender Firewall, switch the setting to On.

Let me know if that helps.

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Cheers.

[doggiepaddle]

Thank you Sandytech. The same solution came to me in the night. I tried it and it works well. Best wishes, Doggiepaddle

[Jeet_singh]

@doggiepaddle,

I'm glad you got this issue sorted out.

Do visit our HP Forums and drop us a message anytime you need help.

Thank you 😀