How do I turn off McAfee and turn on Windows Defender?

Charlie Hall 1 Reputation point
2020-08-17T23:35:47.9+00:00

I want to turn off McAfee and turn on Windows Defender? I have turned McAfee off but cannot turn on Defender as it tells me I have a different application installed. Not sure what to try next?

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  1. Dale Kudusi 3,211 Reputation points
    2020-08-18T03:23:51.64+00:00

    Hi
    Make sure disable all the McAfee features:
    https://www.wikihow.com/Disable-McAfee

    after turning off, Windows Security would automatically notify you to turn on firewall and device security, or search Windows Security in the search bar, start Windows security and follow its instruction to activate.

    If you’re considering removing McAfee:
    https://service.mcafee.com/webcenter/portal/cp/home/articleview?articleId=TS101331

    Please note: Information posted in the given link is hosted by a third party. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy and effectiveness of information.

    I hope this information above can help you.

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