Here are the basics: Microsoft Defender is the virus protection integrated into Windows by default. If no other antivirus program is installed and activated, Defender protects you against viruses ...

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.

The Windows Defender antivirus comes with a blue, shield-shaped system tray icon to let you know it’s running. That’s fine, but it’s extra clutter you don’t really need if you don’t want it.

Chances are, if you’re not running a Mac, you’re using Windows 11. According to StatsCounter, Windows 11 PCs make up 36.35% of all Windows machines.While antivirus software has always been ...

On Windows 11, you can use PowerShell to change settings and run quick, full, and custom virus scans with the Microsoft Defender Antivirus, and in this guide, you'll learn how.

How to perform offline malware scan on Defender Antivirus. On Windows 11, you may sometimes come across complex malware that the antivirus may not be able to remove while the system is running.

Windows Defender is strictly an antivirus tool—it does not include privacy features, identity theft protection, or social media security. For those active on social media, ...

AV-TEST, an independent organization that evaluates and rates antivirus and security suite software, tested 18 antivirus packages for Windows 10. The examination involved testing the programs ...