virus protection

Microsoft Defender Antivirus has long been at the forefront of protecting Windows users from an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, but even well-intentioned drivers can harbor latent risks. One recent security event—flagged as VulnerableDriver:WinNT/Winring0—highlights how trusted system...

Few threats in today’s digital landscape have demonstrated such rapid, widespread, and evolving danger as the Lumma information-stealing malware currently impacting hundreds of thousands of Windows PCs. In just two months, Microsoft’s security researchers detected Lumma—also known as LummaC2—on...

When it comes to securing a modern PC, few subjects trigger as much debate as the real necessity of third-party antivirus on Windows 11. For decades, the adage that “every Windows user needs antivirus” was as universally accepted as locking your front door—but today, things are changing...

In 2025, the landscape of free antivirus software for Windows 11 users offers robust protection without the need for financial investment. This article evaluates five leading free antivirus programs, highlighting their features, performance, and suitability for different user needs. 1...

Bitdefender, the David Blaine of antivirus software, never ceases to amaze with its ability to keep malware at bay while barely sipping on your system resources. If you’re running Windows 11, you’re already testing the frontiers of what’s possible on the world’s most picked-on operating system...

Which virus protection would you recommend for general home use? Is VPN for a 'commom' home user recommended?

Hold on to your digital hats, folks! Today, we're peeling back the virtual curtain on Microsoft's antivirus and threat protection powerhouse right within the hallowed halls of the Windows Security app. Whether you're a computer whiz or just someone trying to keep your tech safe from the digital...

If you’re even a little serious about keeping your Windows system healthy, you’ve probably crossed paths with Windows Security. For the uninitiated, it’s Microsoft’s all-in-one stock antivirus and system security powerhouse, built into Windows 10 and Windows 11. More specifically, today’s focus...

In an era where cyber threats loom large over our digital lives, ensuring your Windows PC remains protected is paramount. Microsoft’s commitment to cybersecurity is robust, and with Windows 10 and 11, users have access to Windows Security—a built-in suite designed to guard against malware...

Introduction Windows operating systems have long struggled with security. Their widespread usage has made them prime targets for cybercriminals, who develop various malware strains specifically aimed at exploiting vulnerabilities in Windows-based machines. As a Windows user, it's crucial to take...

In the complex realm of Windows settings, users often find themselves inundated with options that impact both the performance and security of their devices. With many unnecessary features enabled by default, it's vital to discern which settings to retain for optimal operation. This article will...

Hello, In Windows 10 I am facing the following problem. In the "Virus and threat protection" settings I set the option to "Manual scan" and on restart it goes back to "Quick scan". I also turn off "real time protection" and it turns itself back on.Any solution to disable it permanently? Thanks!

Winver=22H2. Just a couple of weeks ago I KNOW I had FULL ADMIN rights to copy any file/photo off of my desktop. Now, I can't send anything from my desktop, and I desperately need to send scrnshots to support groups but I can't cuz some MSoft gremlin changed it on the fly. :mad::mad::mad: It's...

I have been using Kaspersky virus detection for years, but given Putin's current temper tantrums, I don't feel comfortable using it anymore. How good is the virus protection provided in Windows 10/64? Are other virus programs really necessary? If yes, which one do you think is the best?

Sometimes when I copy large directory trees a popup from Windows Defender appears in the lower right corner telling me: Virus & threat protection Threats found Windows Defender Antivirus found treats. Get Details A bell rings and the copy operation of this file is aborted. How can I limit the...

As of the last few days windows defender will not open or start up and has turned off spyware and virus protection. In the bottom corner of the screen is a flag saying i have 2 PC issues to be solved, which is turning on virus and spyware protection. When i click on it to turn them on an error...

Hi Both my wife and I are getting bogus emails from people we know that we know they aren't sending intentionally. What these messages have in common is the code goo.gl/ I kind of understand that this is a signal to shorten the visible address. The messages have no subject, have a message...

I have spotted a mistake in Windows Defender Security Centre. I am running Windows 10 Home build 16299. When you go into Windows Security Centre and click on Virus & threat protection settings, (on my PC) there appears to be a typo, under Controlled folder access. On my PS it says 'Protect your...

I woke up this morning, and booted up my PC, then I got an alert from Virus & Threat Protection, saying that I have Trojan:Win32/Detplock on my Pc. I deleted it, but it kept reappearing, regardless of how many times I got rid of it. After some research, I decided to see if there was a system...

I am running Windows 10 and Internet Explorer. I have depended on Windows Defender to protect me from virus , malware, Trojans, etc. But, my system became infected with safesear.ch. Windows defender did not detect this virus. I used Malware Bytes to remove it. So, what anti virus would you...