microsoft defender
Jun 14, 2014 13:27:21 #
I have had conflicting information on this program that Microsoft wants to put on my computer.
Please update the information I have with your knowledge
on the subject.
I am trying to determine if I should allow them to install it on my computer.
Please update the information I have with your knowledge
on the subject.
I am trying to determine if I should allow them to install it on my computer.
Jun 14, 2014 13:35:04 #
Jun 14, 2014 13:42:46 #
It is their bundled anti-virus, spam and phishing app. I know several who use it without issue. Of course, any protection software is only as good as the last blocked threat.
Jun 14, 2014 13:46:16 #
Fred Douglas
Loc: SPRINGFIELD MASONIC RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
I HAVE HAD WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE WITH "WINDOWS ESSENTIALS.
Jun 14, 2014 13:56:35 #
My nephew is a programmer/hacker (legitimate) and he recommended Microsoft Security Essentials. Updates are automatic and so far no invaders have landed in my computer. Probably the least intrusive anti-bad guy software I've ever seen.
Jun 14, 2014 13:59:10 #
Window Essentials is telling me to get it NOW and I have had information that is a piece of junk and would like to get it off the machine and do not know how.
Jun 14, 2014 14:00:09 #
KVM wrote:
I have had conflicting information on this program that Microsoft wants to put on my computer.
Please update the information I have with your knowledge
on the subject.
I am trying to determine if I should allow them to install it on my computer.
Please update the information I have with your knowledge
on the subject.
I am trying to determine if I should allow them to install it on my computer.
I have been using it since it came out and now have Security Essentials on six different computers we use. Together with some common sense it detects and helps prevent a lot of malware. It is free and it works! What more can you say?
Jun 14, 2014 14:00:27 #
Windows Defender is also known as Microsoft Security Essentials depending on the version of Windows you own.
It was a good program at one time, but sadly Microsoft has let it go. It is still works, but only if you regularly update and run the scans.
What is Windows Defender? http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/windows-defender.aspx
Windows Defender http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/products/features/windows-defender
Microsoft Security Essentials http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security-essentials-download
For most people, there are better options.
Google best free antivirus http://www.google.com/search?q=microsoft+defender#q=best+free+antivirus
It was a good program at one time, but sadly Microsoft has let it go. It is still works, but only if you regularly update and run the scans.
What is Windows Defender? http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/windows-defender.aspx
Windows Defender http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/products/features/windows-defender
Microsoft Security Essentials http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security-essentials-download
For most people, there are better options.
Google best free antivirus http://www.google.com/search?q=microsoft+defender#q=best+free+antivirus
Jun 14, 2014 15:58:49 #
Fred Douglas
Loc: SPRINGFIELD MASONIC RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
Just a note: I do run Windows Essentials every day. Why not, doesn't cost anything to keep it updated.
I also use Anti Malwarebytes, seems to me that Windows essential catch that ornery stuff sooner.
Fred :mrgreen:
I also use Anti Malwarebytes, seems to me that Windows essential catch that ornery stuff sooner.
Fred :mrgreen:
Jun 14, 2014 16:27:53 #
In my investigation I have found that Windows Defender cannot be installed on top of Window essentials. That may be my answer.
Jun 14, 2014 19:16:22 #
KVM wrote:
In my investigation I have found that Windows Defender cannot be installed on top of Window essentials. That may be my answer.
They are Windows version specific.
Jun 14, 2014 19:37:44 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
OK, what if any anti-virus, malware programs do you have now? Are you running a firewall other then Windows firewall?It is their bundled anti-virus, spam and phishing app. I know several who use it without issue. Of course, any protection software is only as good as the last blocked threat.
Jun 14, 2014 21:13:35 #
Jun 15, 2014 07:34:21 #
St3v3M wrote:
Windows Defender is also known as Microsoft Securi... (show quote)
Security Essentials is one of the top rated anti-virus programs available and is the top rated among the free programs.
"It is still works, but only if you regularly update and run the scans." No anti-virus program is worth anything if you do not regularly update it.
Jun 15, 2014 09:22:55 #
ted45 wrote:
Security Essentials is one of the top rated anti-virus programs available and is the top rated among the free programs.
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Sure.
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2372364,00.asp
http://lifehacker.com/5865356/the-best-antivirus-app-for-windows
http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/buying-advice/security/3456902/best-free-antivirus-for-pc-or-laptop
http://www.techradar.com/us/news/software/applications/best-free-antivirus-9-reviewed-and-rated-1057786
and many more
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