Microsoft has confirmed that Windows Server updates from last month's Patch Tuesday break some Microsoft 365 Defender features that use the network data reporting service. Redmond describes Microsoft ...

To disable Microsoft Defender on Windows 11, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection, click Manage Settings, and toggle off ...

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Microsoft is getting rid of the VPN offered through Microsoft Defender. As spotted by Windows Latest, the company updated its support pages for privacy protection, its built-in VPN, to notify users ...

Microsoft has resolved an issue that breaks multiple Microsoft 365 Defender features using the network data reporting service after installing July's Windows Server updates. The Microsoft 365 Defender ...

Windows is generally pretty safe, but the internet is a dangerous place full of malware that’ll infect your devices if you aren’t careful. One thing you can do to stay safe is to make sure you’re ...

Windows 11 finally lets users turn Smart App Control on or off without a clean install or reset. The fix arrived in Insider ...

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 ...

Microsoft has hidden some tools and functions in Windows 10 and 11 and switched them off by default. We will introduce you to these gems and show you how to activate them to unlock additional ...

Scammers are using fake Windows Defender pop-ups with real looking phone numbers to trick users. These fraudulent warnings are not from Microsoft and aim to gain remote access to your computer. A ...