In this post, we will show you the differences between the different types of virus scans provided by Windows Security. Windows Defender, or Windows Security/Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 11 ...

To perform a Windows Defender offline scan, use the offline scan feature. Open the Start Menu and then click Settings. Next, click on Update and security and then select Windows Defender, to open the ...

Windows Defender, an already powerful PC-protection tool before the release of the Creators Update, has been transformed into the Windows Defender Security Center. The refreshed app has a new layout ...

My dell laptop which I believe is compromised, I have done a lot of full scans and it found over 10,000+ of threats last week. Thing is I then did a few other full scans and it didn't find anything.

Update: This issue is now resolved in "Security Intelligence Update for Windows Defender Antivirus - KB2267602 (Version 1.301.1684.0)" definitions. Microsoft has released a new update for Windows ...

Nothing beats free antivirus protection on Windows, like Microsoft Defender, but some of that software might not be as strong as you think based on a new study from an anti-malware assessment company.

If you think your PC is infected with some kind of malware or you just want to do a scan as part of a digital cleanup, Windows has a built-in security tool that can help you on your way — no ...