When Microsoft Defender is mentioned, most users think of the antivirus software included in Windows (currently called Windows Security). On the one hand, this is correct, as the antivirus engine ...

Microsoft Defender provides basic but helpful protection against malware, ransomware, and other threats. The AV tool neatly integrates with other Windows features to offer more comprehensive security.

Discover how Defendnot bypasses Microsoft Defender by registering a fake antivirus, exposing vulnerabilities in Windows' antivirus management system.

The Protection History page shows detections by Windows Defender and provides detailed and easier-to-understand information about threats and available actions. It now includes Controlled Folder ...

The upcoming lack of protection can increase Windows 10 users risk of hacks and online threats. You can bypass by using ...

To permanently remove Windows Security, use Local Group Policy Editor, Windows Registry tweaks, or the Windows Defender Remover tool. Be cautious— removal can leave your PC vulnerable.

However, Microsoft has packed in several tools to help you stay protected, including Windows Security and Microsoft Defender.

This belongs to the newly introduced Windows Defender Security Center. With Windows Defender Security Center featuring in the Windows 10 Creators Update, you can expect your Windows system to be ...

Here’s what she described: "I received a pop-up that froze my computer and read, ‘Access to this system is blocked for security reasons’ from Windows Defender Security Center. It came with ...

Windows Security makes setting up Windows Defender Firewall an effortless process. Simply navigate to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security and click on Firewall & Network ...

Further reading: Windows Security vs. Microsoft Defender A look back at the history of Defender Defender originated from software developed by Giant, which was acquired by Microsoft in 2004. At ...