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TECHNOLOGY
Windows 8.1 - Anti-Virus
Windows Defender
By default, all Windows 8 PCs sold are
preloaded with Windows Defender,
Microsoft’s own Antivirus software. It’s the
successor to Microsoft Security Essentials,
which you may have used on Windows XP,
Vista and 7.
When Microsoft released its own Antivirus
software on the 29th September 2009, it
was met with mixed reaction, but soon
came to be known and a great free
solution for both Home and Business users.
Since that time however, the level of
protection has eroded a little, and now
Windows Defender can only be described
as offering ‘basic’ protection.
It still offers ‘Real-time protection’ &
‘Internet Explorer integration’ which scans
files as they are downloaded to help
ensure that one does not accidentally
download malicious software.
Should you use it? It’s free – If you or your
business is just starting out and you don’t
want to spend a lot of money on computer
security, then a combination of turning on
and using Smart Screen, Windows Firewall,
Windows Defender, and turning up to
maximum UAC - (User Account Control)
is a good place to start. However, I would
recommend that you don’t neglect your
security for too long, as a little preparation
in the present can prevent a lot of future
problems.
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