How to run full virus scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 10

Published on January 7, 2021

Here are three ways to perform a full virus scan on Windows 10 with Microsoft Defender Antivirus using Windows Security, Command ...

How to allow blocked file or app on Microsoft Defender Antivirus

Published on December 8, 2020

If Microsoft Defender Antivirus detected a trusted file or app as a threat, you can allow it on your device with these steps:

Windows 10 removes DisableAntiSpyware registry to disable Microsoft Defender

Published on August 21, 2020

Windows 10 no longer allows disable Microsoft Defender Antivirus permanently using the Registry.

Microsoft Defender Antivirus flags hosts file edits as severe threat

Published on August 11, 2020

Microsoft Defender Antivirus now detects certain redirects that block telemetry and updates as malicious.

Microsoft Defender Antivirus flags CCleaner as unwanted app

Published on July 31, 2020

Microsoft Defender Antivirus now warns users that CCleaner is a potentially unwanted app because the installer bundles other ...

Microsoft Defender antivirus now available on Android as preview

Published on June 24, 2020

Microsoft delivers the first preview of its antivirus for Android devices and customers try it right now.