The Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) helps remove malicious software from computers that are running any of the following operating systems: Windows 10. Windows Server 2019. Windows Server 2016. Windows 8.1. Windows Server 2012 R2. Windows Server 2008 R2. Windows 7. Windows Server 2008.

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Ransomware is malware that encrypts your files or stops you from using your computer until you pay money (a ransom) for them to be unlocked. If your computer is connected to a network the ransomware may also spread to other computers or storage devices on the network.

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.

Launch the Microsoft Store. Make sure that you’re signed in with the correct profile. This will be displayed at the top-right of the Store. Select … and then select Downloads and Updates from the dropdown menu. Locate the game in this list and make a note of the version number (you’ll need to use this in Step 9).

Learn how to use antivirus protection in Windows Security to protect your Windows PC against malware, viruses, and other threats.

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 Antivirus.

Select Quick scan. Tips: If you want a deeper scan, instead of selecting Quick scan in step 3, select Scan options and choose the type of scan you want. For the most complete scan, run Microsoft Defender Offline. For more about that see Help protect my PC with Microsoft Defender Offline.

To deploy the tool in an enterprise environment, you can use one or more of the following methods: Windows Server Update Services. Microsoft Systems Management Software (SMS) software package. Group Policy-based computer startup script. Group Policy-based user logon script.

Learn how to turn on Tamper Protection in Windows Security to prevent malicious apps from changing your Windows Defender Antivirus settings.