Category » Security & Privacy
» Anti-Spam & Anti-Spy Tools
- Latest version:
- 1.1.1600
- License type:
- Freeware
- Home page:
- www.microsoft.com/en/us/default.aspx
- Used by:
- 5150 members & 116574 guests
Microsoft Windows Defender (previously known as Windows AntiSpyware) is a security program that helps you to protect your computer from spyware and other potentially unwanted threats. Its redesigned and simplified user interface makes common tasks easier but still ensures the user is aware of the most urgent alerts. The detection and removal have been improved with a new engine that detects and removes more threats which are essential to reduce the negative effects caused by spyware, including slow PC performance, annoying pop-up ads, unwanted changes to Internet settings, and unauthorized use of your private information. The program also features Real-Time Protection, which monitor key points in the operating system and suggests actions against spyware when it's detected, minimizes interruptions and helps you to stay productive. Windows Defender now downloads smaller delta definition updates when possible which reduces the time required to download and install definition updates. Windows Defender boasts superior security with the compatibility that only Microsoft can offer.
Advantages:
- Simple interface. Easy-to-use. Free.
Disadvantages:
- None.
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Comments 
Michael John Farrimond says 14 days ago #
At least four different pieces of malware got through. I do not rate it very highly.
seriously, MS security solutions suck big time and third-party applications are way better most of the time.
for people who are into freebies, try this security setup of free security softwares and stuff:
basic protection:
1. router (with configured firewall)
or
a third-party software firewall (Comodo, ZA, PC Tools etc.)
2. antivirus (avast!, Avira, AVG etc.)
3. antispyware (spybotsd, spywareblaster etc.)
stealth up:
4. Returnil (free and limited) - system virtual layer protection that works like DeepFreeze.
- protection can be scheduled and configuration can restricted with a password.
- turning it on and off requires a system reboot.
- disable it if you are doing important documents, downloading files or updating your OS or programs, otherwise the documents
and updates done will be discarded on the next system boot.
- turn it on if you don't want any harmful changes in your PC like if you will just casually surf the web and visit unfamiliar
sites or test-install unfamiliar softwares.
5. Sandboxie (free and limited) - program virtual layer protection
- your default internet browser is automatically 'sanboxed'
- a program can be 'sanboxed' manually by launching it via the Sandboxie control
- files can be recovered and discarded automatically or manually
worry free:
6. OPENDns (free) - allows for customizing (restricting or allowing) access to online websites. to prevent kids or anyone from
being exposed to adult, malicious and violent sites.
7. MVPS.org host file (free) - provides a first layer protection against malicious sites and may speeds up web surfing on many
sites.
if you guys have more than enough cash, paying for reliable a software security suite (like ZA, Comodo, Threatfire, DeepFreeze, PC
Tools etc.) is recommended and may save you time and resources of installing and configuring different security softwares in your
computer.
for people who are into freebies, try this security setup of free security softwares and stuff:
basic protection:
1. router (with configured firewall)
or
a third-party software firewall (Comodo, ZA, PC Tools etc.)
2. antivirus (avast!, Avira, AVG etc.)
3. antispyware (spybotsd, spywareblaster etc.)
stealth up:
4. Returnil (free and limited) - system virtual layer protection that works like DeepFreeze.
- protection can be scheduled and configuration can restricted with a password.
- turning it on and off requires a system reboot.
- disable it if you are doing important documents, downloading files or updating your OS or programs, otherwise the documents
and updates done will be discarded on the next system boot.
- turn it on if you don't want any harmful changes in your PC like if you will just casually surf the web and visit unfamiliar
sites or test-install unfamiliar softwares.
5. Sandboxie (free and limited) - program virtual layer protection
- your default internet browser is automatically 'sanboxed'
- a program can be 'sanboxed' manually by launching it via the Sandboxie control
- files can be recovered and discarded automatically or manually
worry free:
6. OPENDns (free) - allows for customizing (restricting or allowing) access to online websites. to prevent kids or anyone from
being exposed to adult, malicious and violent sites.
7. MVPS.org host file (free) - provides a first layer protection against malicious sites and may speeds up web surfing on many
sites.
if you guys have more than enough cash, paying for reliable a software security suite (like ZA, Comodo, Threatfire, DeepFreeze, PC
Tools etc.) is recommended and may save you time and resources of installing and configuring different security softwares in your
computer.
JOHN KEVIN RIVERA I says 5 months ago #
i have always used Windows Defender . Now for some reason it is being ubinstalled and prevented from reinstalling by "XP
SecurityCenter". before being uninstalled Windows Defender ,identified "TrojanDownloader:Win32Renos" as part of the problem. Up
until nowWindows Defender has never failed me.
As for "XP SecurityCenter"it SUX. anyone have any ideas,SURE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRCIATED.
SecurityCenter". before being uninstalled Windows Defender ,identified "TrojanDownloader:Win32Renos" as part of the problem. Up
until nowWindows Defender has never failed me.
As for "XP SecurityCenter"it SUX. anyone have any ideas,SURE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRCIATED.
Guest #313154 says 5 months ago #
this is not so well as two viruses from internet still come in my pc. and nothing really working in this windows defender as of
window one care.
do something good in this software and make it more user friendly too.
window one care.
do something good in this software and make it more user friendly too.
JOHN KEVIN RIVERA I says 5 months ago #
I TOTTALY AGREE ABOUT WINDOWS ONE CARE, OR ANYWAY I FEEL IT IS A PICE OF.....
ANYWAY,WINDOWS ONE CARE ate my dell computer and i was never compensated.
Now XP SECURITY CENTER is picking up where ONE CARE left off. All this is supposed to be from Microsoft themselves. This only
leads me to believe that Microsoft has been compromised?????
ANYWAY,WINDOWS ONE CARE ate my dell computer and i was never compensated.
Now XP SECURITY CENTER is picking up where ONE CARE left off. All this is supposed to be from Microsoft themselves. This only
leads me to believe that Microsoft has been compromised?????
Guest #306679 says 6 months ago #
If you don't see any use in it, you don't understand its purposes. You have lots of use of this program
G.Potgieter says 6 months ago #
I personally have not seen anything of good value by using this program
I would quite easily uninstall it
I would quite easily uninstall it
Versions
1.1
5 months ago
JOHN KEVIN RIVERA I on Windows Defenderi keep getting a "unable to install messsage" stating that "SPBBC" is missing.
That is how i found you. icant even go to windows... more
Suman Dutta says 5 days ago #