Real Protect

Real Protect is all about keeping an eye on your computer for anything that seems off. This tool looks for weird stuff, like if a program tries to change files or send data online without permission. If something strange happens, Real Protect will let you know!

How Does Real Protect Work?

So, how does it work? Well, it’s a simple tool from McAfee that starts monitoring your system right when you boot up. It checks for any odd behavior or events that pop up. It’s like having a security guard for your computer!

Part of McAfee Stinger

You should know that Real Protect uses the same behavioral detection engine found in McAfee Stinger. This means if you’re already using Stinger, you don’t need to grab Real Protect separately to keep your PC safe.

A Focused Security Tool

Now, just to be clear, Real Protect isn’t a full antivirus program. It’s more of a security helper that focuses only on spotting suspicious activity. It can catch things that might turn into malware or other dangerous files.

Monitoring Starts at Boot

The cool part is that Real Protect kicks in right at startup! It collects info about the files running on your computer—like their names and locations—to make sure everything is normal.

Taking Action on Suspicious Activity

If it sees something suspicious, you'll get a prompt asking what to do next. You’ve got about five minutes to either ignore the alert or quarantine the file. If you don’t decide within that time frame, Real Protect will just drop the alert and move on.

Your Computer's Watchdog

Think of Real Protect as a watchdog for your computer—it’s there to spot anything unusual! But remember, if you're using Stinger already, you're getting the same protection since they share the same tech. Just keep in mind that McAfee doesn’t provide support for this standalone version if you decide to check it out!