Why is MSE starting deactivated and then activating moments later?

When I log on to my desktop notice that the MSE icon is red, but if give it a minute it turns green. Does this mean that MSE does not provide true protection while booting?

Are there other free anti-virus programs that will offer protection while booting?

I would also be interested to know if MSE protects my PC while it is booting.



Steve

It may be validating the install before activating...

Tews said:

It may be validating the install before activating...

and in doing so it is leaving my system vulnerable for a time?

for maybe a second or two....

Tews said:

for maybe a second or two....

nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

Easy to fix though, dont connect to the internet until MSE is active...

Tews said:

Easy to fix though, dont connect to the internet until MSE is active...

stop ruining my day!

Rolo don't be so paranoid man Don't you have any other protection installed ?


Steve