![]() Microsoft Defender Antivirus doesn't' get much security respect, but it's' been around for a long time. First released as Windows Defender in 2006, then rebranded as Microsoft Defender, it's' been included in every version of Windows since Vista, and is now just one of a set of built-in free security tools. |
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![]() We must stress that Microsoft Defender ATP is not an antivirus AV product. Microsoft Defender - not to be confused with Microsoft Defender ATP - provides anti-malware and anti-virus capabilities for the Windows 10 OS, whilst the ATP product is a post-breach solution that complements Microsoft Defender AV. |
![]() In Windows 8, Microsoft upgraded Windows Defender into an antivirus program very similar to Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 3 and using the same virus definition updates. Microsoft Security Essentials itself does not run on Windows versions beyond 7. |
![]() If Windows Defender detects malware, it will remove it from your PC. However, because Microsoft doesnt update Defenders virus definitions regularly, the newest malware wont be detected. Relying on Windows Defender as your sole antivirus puts your entire PC at risk of infection. |
![]() opens in new tab. Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Command Prompt Image credit: Windows Central. On Windows 10, Microsoft Defender Antivirus provides advanced real-time protection to protect your device and files against viruses, ransomware, spyware, rootkits, and other forms of malware, including hackers. |
![]() Just look at all the extra garbage Avast tries to install alongside its antivirus. Microsoft Defender does not do any of these things - it does one thing well, for free, and without getting in your way. Plus, Windows 10 and 11 already include the various other protections introduced in Windows 8, like the SmartScreen filter that should prevent you from downloading and running malware, whatever antivirusyou use. Chrome and Firefox, similarly include, Googles Safe Browsing, which blocks many malware downloads. If you dont want to use Microsoft Defender for some reason, we have a roundup of the best third-party antivirus software available. |
![]() Windows Dev Center. Free downloads security. Virtual workshops and training. Microsoft Experience Centre. Search Search Microsoft.com. Cancel 0 Cart 0 items in shopping cart. From the box to start-up to browsing, Windows helps you stay secure. Next-generation antivirus and malware defence. |
![]() Business usersalso now have the option of choosing an affordable paid-for version of Windows Defender since it was announced at Microsoft Ignite 2021. The paid business version operates on a subscription model, unlike the free consumer-grade Windows Defender, and costs £2.20 per user to protect against the most common threats faced by small and medium-sized businesses SMBs specifically. |
![]() As Windows Defender is centrally managed, we strongly not recommend to install another Antivirus. Windows 10will automatically disable Windows Defender if you install another anti-malware program. It won't' continue performing real-time scans, so it won't' interfere with your other antivirus. |
![]() Computer Configuration Administrative Templates Windows Components Microsoft Defender Antivirus. 4 In the right pane of Windows Defender Antivirus or Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Local Group Policy Editor, double click/tap on the Turn off Windows Defender Antivirus or Turn off Microsoft Defender Antivirus policy to edit it. |