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.

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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.

Real-time protection is a feature in the Windows Security app that continuously monitors your device for potential threats such as viruses, malware, and spyware. This feature ensures that your device is actively protected by scanning files and programs as they are accessed or executed.

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To open the Xbox Accessories app on Windows, press the Start button , type Xbox Accessories or choose it from the list, and then sign in. If the app isn’t installed on your PC, get it here: Note Configuration changes made in the Xbox Accessories app can be saved as individual profiles.

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.

Update drivers through Device Manager in Windows. Tip: The best way to get driver updates in Windows is automatically using Windows Update. For more information, see Automatically get recommended drivers and updates for your hardware.

Microsoft Defender Antivirus continuously scans your device for potential threats and takes immediate action to neutralize them. This proactive approach helps to prevent malware infections and keeps your device running smoothly.

If you can’t install, uninstall, or update a desktop program in Windows 10, the Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter can automatically fix common issues such as corrupted registry keys or incomplete uninstall data.