Use this tool to find and remove specific prevalent threats and reverse the changes that they made (see Covered malware families). For comprehensive malware detection and removal, consider using Windows Defender Offline or Microsoft Safety Scanner.

Provides links to the uninstall tools and directions for many security programs.

Get started with Microsoft Defender identity theft monitoring. Criminals are constantly trying to trick you into revealing your personal information. Learn to spot scams. Attackers will send you fake emails that look legitimate, hoping to get personal information. Learn how to spot phishing emails.

Windows Media Player is a built-in multimedia player that comes with Windows. While it is a reliable and widely used application, users may encounter errors and issues from time to time. This article aims to provide guidance on troubleshooting common Windows Media Player errors.

When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.

Use this tool to find and remove specific prevalent threats and reverse the changes that they made (see the "Covered malware families" list in the "Release information" section of KB 890830). For comprehensive malware detection and removal, consider using Windows Defender Offline or Microsoft Safety Scanner.

Microsoft Defender Offline will load and perform a quick scan of your PC in the Windows Recovery Environment. When the scan completes, your PC automatically restarts. Note: To see the results of the offline scan, open the Windows Security app on your Windows device and select Protection history.

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016. This update services the EDR sensor included in the new Microsoft Defender for Endpoint unified solution package released in 2021. Installation is required before this package can be applied.

Troubleshoots and fixes common issues with security and malware prevention in Windows.

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