Microsoft Defender / 3 articles

Guides to protect Windows with Microsoft Defender

Configure Microsoft Defender, enable its protections, run scans and solve common issues to secure your Windows PC.

> WINDOWS 12 Nov 2025

Microsoft Defender will continue to protect Windows 10 until 2028

Security reprieve for Windows 10! Microsoft Defender Antivirus will receive security updates until October 2028 despite the official end of support.

> WINDOWS 21 Jul 2025

Protect your files against ransomware by enabling Microsoft Defender's Controlled Folder Access. Complete guide and tips for Windows 11.

> CYBERSECURITY 14 May 2025

Temporarily disable Windows Defender in just a few clicks. Follow our guide to pause Windows' built-in antivirus.