Many Windows users attempt to open the Windows Defender Scans folder to remove Windows Defender history but find that they can’t access it. If a double-click is not opening the Windows Defender Scans ...

In the Windows Security app, you'll find a setting called Controlled Folder Access. Microsoft recommends keeping this setting enabled to protect your system, but what exactly is it, and how does it ...

If you get the Windows Defender Error 1297 when you try to launch the app or when running a scan on your Windows 11/10 device, you can try our recommended solutions ...

After many years of relying on third-party antivirus programs, Windows users finally got the first-party solution from Microsoft in the form of Windows Defender. With Windows 11, the tool comes ...

Windows 11's Ransomware Protection, part of Microsoft Defender, offers Controlled folder access for critical folders. Enable in Windows Security app for added security. Backup strategies and offline ...

I'm not sure how much it's improved since its introduction, but it was very painful to use. You can read about my experiences with it starting with this post in the Windows 10: Creators Update thread.

Q: What does Trend Micro’s Internet Security do over Windows Defender? A: Cyber threats today aren’t just about viruses. Phishing scams, ransomware attacks and identity theft are all evolving, making ...