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It then moves on to his groundbreaking work in computer security, which led to the creation of McAfee Antivirus software. His innovative approach to combating computer viruses made him a household name and earned him a fortune.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the story unfolds, viewers are taken on a rollercoaster ride through McAfee\u2019s increasingly erratic behavior and lifestyle choices. The documentary details his decision to cash out of his company and pursue a series of unconventional ventures, including a yoga retreat in Colorado and a purported antibiotics research facility in Belize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The film takes a dark turn as it investigates the events that transpired during McAfee\u2019s time in Belize. It presents allegations of drug manufacturing, connections to criminal elements, and most notably, his alleged involvement in the murder of his neighbor, Gregory Faull. 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