These 5 critical Windows Defender settings are off by default - turn them on ASAP

Windows Defender has several security settings, including some you need to switch on to get the utmost protection. Here's why.
Computerworld

Decoding Microsoft Defender’s hidden settings

Though many Windows 10 users opt for third-party antivirus protection, those who use Microsoft Defender may not be getting all of the protection they could. Here’s how to check your settings and what ...

Windows Defender keeps re-enabling itself on Windows 11

If Windows Defender real-time protection keeps turning on in Windows 11, turn off Tamper Protection, add the app or folder to ...
Forbes

Hackers Bypass Windows Defender Security — What You Need To Know

Update, March 31, 2025: This story, originally published March 29, has been updated with an explanation of LOLBINS as well as further technical information regarding the Windows Defender Application ...

Windows 11 Smart App Control explained

Smart App Control is a security feature in Windows 11 designed to block untrusted or potentially dangerous applications from ...