Do you own a PC running Microsoft Windows? If so are you protecting it with a third-party antivirus software, or Microsoft Windows Defender?
Forget your subscription to third-party antivirus software when you come home to Microsoft Windows Defender – an in-house defensive software that seamlessly integrates its way into your PC.
With all of the new antivirus software on the web, it can be difficult to choose the right program. So many software programs promise to keep you protected and secure, but ultimately fail to block even the most basic of malware and ransomware. The result is a PC loaded with viruses and malware which could potentially expose your personal details and make you the victim of cybercrime.
However, with Microsoft Windows Defender you no longer have to worry about becoming another victim to all of today’s cybercrime. Defender is another great Windows product that effortlessly protects your PC with a variety of security solutions. With real-time protection, anti-phishing technology, thorough system scans, and a variety of security measures aimed at today’s most recent threats, you will never again have to worry about your device becoming infected with malware and ransomware.
Activate Microsoft Windows Defender on your PC today to see just how powerful free in-house protection can be.
Features and Benefits
• Real-Time Protection – Safely use all of the applications and software programs on your device without worrying about them ever becoming infected. Real-time protection scans each program every time you open it to discover if there is any malicious material hidden in your documents or applications, keeping you safe even when you haven’t run a recent system scan.
• Incredible Ease of Use – Navigate through Microsoft Windows Defender’s interface with unmatched ease and simplicity. The software provides useful features and detailed information to ensure that your devices are always protected no matter where you are.
• Kiss Malware Goodbye – Forget how annoying malware can be when you lock it out of your system entirely with Defender’s top notch security. Defender actively blocks spyware, malware, ransomware, trojans, viruses and more with its ever-evolving security protocols.
Supported Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Defender is available for Microsoft Windows.
Review
Microsoft Windows Defender is a built-in software from Microsoft that actually does a pretty good job protecting users from harmful online material. The software is automatically loaded onto any device which has Windows 10, but can also be downloaded to a large number of the past Microsoft operating systems.
Pros
When most people think of good antivirus software, they don’t typically think of one already located on the majority of PCs. However, that is just the case, as Defender is a pretty solid antivirus, which does more than a good job of protecting users from all of the harmful material on the web.
Once opening Windows Defender, users can see just how simple of a product it is, like many other Microsoft programs. It gives a very clear and concise list of options, and allows users to choose what they would like to do with the defensive software in terms of protection.
Furthermore, the level of defense that Windows Defender provides is simply outstanding. The product blocks nearly all incoming threats from malware, ransomware, and spyware. Moreover, it stops users from visiting URLs which may be infected with malicious content. The majority of infected files are ceased during the download process, and practically all of those which do make it through are quarantined once users try to open them.
Cons
Microsoft Windows Defender scores well in a variety of areas, however it also indicates more false positives than many other competitors. The software does occasionally indicate that perfectly clean and normal functioning files or documents are infected, which leads users to believe that their files have become corrupted or infected by some type of malicious material. Thus users may end up terminating documents and files which never truly needed the axe.
Additionally, the amount of time it takes to run a full system scan is quite long compared to many of the other top competitors. Users are often looking at a process which may last longer than even 90 minutes, which is quite excessive in relative terms.
Summary
For those using Microsoft Windows devices, Defender is a pretty good choice. The software is built right into all new devices, and is easily installed onto other legacy platforms. The level of protection is far more than adequate, and the seamless integration into personal systems makes the product extremely easy to use and navigate.
Mobile App
No.
Support Trial
Software is free for Windows users.
