Do I uninstall before I install?

s-a-h-

I have Mcafee antivirus running out when I am away on holiday. I can get it free for a year with my bank. Should I just install it when I get home or do I sort it out before it runs out.
If so, do I uninstall the current one before starting the new?

macman

You really don't want McCrappy on your computer, whether it's free of not. Use Avira, Avast, or MSE instead-also all free.
Yes you should uninstall one AV program before installing another, and use the relevant removal tool.

s-a-h-

Sorry, are you saying UNinstall before?
Also, Avira Avast etc are available in Martin's tips aren't they?

macman

Yes, uninstall first.

s-a-h-

Relevant removal tool?

Gillor

http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?id=TS100507