First step would be to look into better protection than McAfee.
Have you updated anything lately?
the only thing that was updated recently is the mcafee livesafe. McAfee is that bad as an anti-virus? if it is, which one i should buy?
First of, I’m an amauter who enjoys following experts in the field. So take what I say with a critical lens. But research and knowledge is what you need. Have you attempted to google your issue? Or Learn more about what’s happening?
Which one should you buy? it depends.
Years ago McAfee wasn’t doing the job it was meant to be doing. Experts I relied on for information rarely talk about McAfee with praise. https://www.reddit.com/r/antivirus/comments/c2jrfx/is_mcafee_that_bad/
What’s your setup? What devices do you have?
Avast and Bitdefender regularly do well. Browse a few most recommended 2022 anti-virus pages. It will give you an indication of what companies are consistently doing well, also be aware digital marketing could swaying opinions of reviews. Education is the best tool. Watch a few educational videos aimed at beginners. Knowledge is key. Watch a number of reviews on antivirus software, then figure out the leading names.
Here’s a few links to get you started on what best anti virus software could be useful
https://www.choice.com.au/electronics-and-technology/computers/computer-software/review-and-compare/antivirus-software?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIquCG0JXP-QIV2X0rCh1gfALJEAAYBCAAEgImG_D_BwE
https://www.antivirusguide.com/best-virus-protection/?lp=default&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&sgv_medium=search&utm_campaign=1735952092&utm_content=99383094219&utm_term=anti%20virus%20protection&cid=508925511536&pl=&feeditemid=&targetid=kwd-16034956&mt=b&network=g&device=m&adpos=&p1=&p2=&geoid=9070524&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIquCG0JXP-QIV2X0rCh1gfALJEAAYAiAAEgJ43fD_BwE
One way to get more tech security savvy is to start following recommended experts on social media. https://www.esecurityplanet.com/trends/twitter-cybersecurity/
YouTube accounts I’ve followed
https://youtube.com/c/BraxMe
https://youtube.com/c/AllThingsSecured
Some podcasts are the following
malicious-life
Ransomware files
Darknet Diaries
I’m sure there’s plenty of people who disagree with those I follow. I don’t have time or the in-depth knowledge to stay updated on the latest. I have three kids, study and work full time. That’s why I try to once a week stay in the loop with others who spend their lives in the industry.
If anyone disagrees I’m open to hearing better recommendations. My brother in law loves his cyber security work, I’m regularly in talks with him. So that’s one of the people in my life who helps guide me.
I hope this is a good insight to begin with. Also go back through posts looking at what others have regularly recommended.