If you want to use Windows Security, uninstall all of your other antivirus programs and Windows Security will automatically turn on. You may be asked to restart your device. Note: In previous versions of Windows 10, Windows Security is called Windows Defender Security Center.

Windows Security, formerly known as Windows Defender Security Center, is an app built into Windows 10 or 11 that helps keep your PC more secure. It includes Microsoft Defender Antivirus, an antivirus tool that helps protect you against viruses, ransomware, and other malware.

Stay protected with Windows Security. Windows 10 and 11 include Windows Security, which provides the latest antivirus protection. Your device will be actively protected from the moment you start Windows. Windows Security continually scans for malware ( mal icious soft ware ), viruses, and security threats.

In early versions of Windows 10, Windows Security is called Windows Defender Security Center. Virus & threat protection in Windows Security helps you scan for threats on your device. You can also run different types of scans, see the results of your previous virus and threat scans, and get the latest protection offered by Microsoft Defender ...

Help protect your family online with Windows Security. Note: In previous versions of Windows 10, Windows Security is called Windows Defender Security Center, The Family options feature in Windows Security provides you with easy access to tools to manage your children’s digital life.

Scan an item with Windows Security. Windows Security (Windows Defender Security Center in previous versions of Windows) enables you to scan specific files and folders to make sure they're safe. You'll be notified immediately if any threats are found.

Windows Security (or Windows Defender Security Center in Windows 8 or early versions of Windows 10) is built in to Windows and provides real-time malware detection, prevention, and removal with cloud-delivered protection. It is intended for home, small business, and enterprise customers.

Windows Security (also called Windows Defender Security Center in previous versions of Windows) detects rootkits or other highly persistent malware on your PC and recommends you use Microsoft Defender Offline. You suspect your PC might have malware hiding on it, but your security software doesn’t detect anything.

Be sure Windows Security is turned on to help protect you from viruses and malware (or Windows Defender Security Center in previous versions of Windows 10). In Windows 10 or 11 turn on Controlled Folder Access to protect your important local folders from unauthorized programs like ransomware or other malware.

Microsoft Safety & Security Center. The Microsoft Safety & Security Center has information about Security scanners, tools, and safety guidelines for your computer, laptop, or mobile device. For more information, visit the following Microsoft webpage: The Microsoft Safety & Security Center. Security Troubleshooting and Support