Learn how to activate Windows Security on Windows 11 and Windows 10 with this step-by-step guide. Enable Microsoft Defender, firewall, real-time protection, and fix common issues easily.

For disabling, you’d ensure it’s not enabled, or disable SmartScreen via the main policy above. Explanation of the Policy: By disabling the main “Configure Windows Defender SmartScreen” policy, …

Windows Defender can't let me run some of the old apps and automatically deleted them from my external USB drive. I am pretty sure the files are apps are 100% safe as I have using them for more …

Protect your privacy, identity, and devices with Windows Security. Explore Windows 11 security features like Microsoft Defender Antivirus that help keep you and your PC safe.

Microsoft Defender is the built-in anti-malware and endpoint protection platform included with Windows 10 and Windows 11. It runs by default, integrates deeply with the operating system, and is designed …

How to confirm the built-in schedule in Task Scheduler If you want a definitive answer for your PC, check the built-in Defender tasks: Open Task Scheduler (search for “Task Scheduler” from the Start …

However, Windows Security still runs, shows its icon in the taskbar, and displays information about the other features, such as Windows Defender SmartScreen and Windows Firewall.

Turn off Windows Defender Security Center Windows Defender Security Center is free security software that's included with Windows 10. If you haven't installed alternative security software, you should …