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   What is Windows Security?

   • Windows Security is an app that offers a unified interface for viewing the status and managing security features, such as antivirus, firewall, performance, and others.

   Beginner's guide to Windows Security on Windows 11 and 10

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   How do I access Windows Security?

   • Windows Security is your home to manage the tools that protect your device and your data. Access Windows Security by going to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security. Screens simulated. Features and app availability may vary by region. Some features require specific hardware.

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   How does Windows security protect my device?

   • Your device will be actively protected from the moment you start Windows. Windows Security continually scans for malware (mal icious soft ware), viruses, and security threats. In addition to this real-time protection, updates are downloaded automatically to help keep your device safe and protect it from threats.

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   How do I set up windows security in Windows 10?

   • Search the Start menu for Windows Security. Open an area from Windows Settings > Privacy & security > Windows Security. Settings configured with management tools, such as group policy, Microsoft Intune, or Microsoft Configuration Manager, will generally take precedence over the settings in the Windows Security.

   Windows Security | Microsoft Learn

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   How does Windows 11 security work?

   • Here’s how it works. On Windows 11 (and 10), the "Windows Security" app provides a user-friendly interface and tools to manage common security features. For example, the experience includes the Microsoft Defender Antivirus, which offers real-time protection for your computer and data against viruses and many other kinds of malware.

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   How does Windows security work?

   • Windows Security operates as a separate app or process from each of the individual features, and displays notifications through the Action Center. It acts as a collector or single place to see the status and perform some configuration for each of the features.

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   Learn how to use Windows Security, the built-in antivirus program for Windows 10 and 11, to protect your device and data from malware, viruses, and other threats. Find out how to run scans, schedule scans, customize settings, and access other features of Windows Security.

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   If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.

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   Windows Security, formerly known as Windows Defender Security Center, is an app built into Windows 10 or 11 that helps keep your PC more secure. It includes Microsoft Defender Antivirus, an antivirus tool that helps protect you against viruses, ransomware, and other malware.

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   Aug 27, 2024 · On Windows 11 (and 10), you can use these steps to understand and manage the security features available through the Windows Security app to protect your computer and data against viruses,...

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   Protect your data and devices with Windows Security. Get next-gen antivirus, malware defense, and tracking prevention with System Guard, Windows Defender, and more security features.

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   Protect your privacy, identity, and devices with Windows Security. Explore Windows 11 security features like Microsoft Defender Antivirus that help keep you and your PC safe.

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   Jun 27, 2024 · Article. 06/27/2024. 2 contributors. Applies to: Windows 11, Windows 10. Feedback. In this article. Open Windows Security. How Windows Security works with Windows security features. This article describes Windows Security settings, and provides information on configuring certain features, including: Showing and customizing contact information.