Best antivirus for Windows 101. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 20182. Trend Micro Antivirus+ Security3. Kaspersky Antivirus4. Panda Antivirus5. Windows DefenderRead on for our detailed analysis of each app Windows PCs have always been a significant target for hackers - it's no surprise considering the massive market share the Microsoft operating system still has. The reality is that you still need a regularly updated antivirus software package to keep you safe from the very latest threats. That's because the bad guys are constantly looking for new ways to access your data and control your system. From ransomware to fileless attacks and blended malware, there are plenty of threats out there and there's the danger is great on Windows 10, no matter how careful you are online.So which are the best antivirus products for Windows 10 you can get right now, and is Windows Defender sufficient to keep you safe these days? Good questions both - so keep reading to find out the … [Read more...] about The best Windows 10 antivirus in 2018
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How to permanently disable Windows Defender on Windows 10
Windows Defender Antivirus is an anti-malware engine that comes included on Windows 10 to protect your device and data against viruses, ransomware, spyware, and many other security threats. Although it's an antivirus that provides robust real-time protection, and even disables itself automatically when a third-party solution is detected, it's not possible to permanently disable or uninstall the engine entirely like in previous versions. However, there are still a number of scenarios when you may not want to use the default antivirus. For example, when setting up a kiosk computer that won't connect to the internet and no one will be allowed to connect peripherals. Or when performing specific tasks that otherwise will be blocked by the security feature. If you must disable Windows Defender Antivirus, despite the risks of leaving your device vulnerable to threats, there are a few ways to turn off the antivirus permanently using the Group Policy Editor and Registry. Advertisement In this … [Read more...] about How to permanently disable Windows Defender on Windows 10
How to exclude files and folders from Windows Defender Antivirus scans
On Windows 10, the Windows Defender Antivirus is your default anti-malware engine to protect your device and data from viruses, toolkits, ransomware, and other security threats. Although for the most part the built-in Windows 10 antivirus does a pretty good job, it may flag a file or folder that you trust as malicious. If you want to prevent this type of behavior from happening, Windows Defender Antivirus includes an option to exclude files and folders, as well as file types and processes from getting scanned and blocked. In this Windows 10 guide, we walk you through the steps to exclude specific items and locations from Windows Defender Antivirus scans. How to prevent Windows Defender from scanning specific files If you have certain files, folders, file types, and processes that you want to exclude from Windows Defender Antivirus scans, use the following steps: Open Windows Defender Security Center. Click Virus & threat protection. Click the Virus & threat protection option. … [Read more...] about How to exclude files and folders from Windows Defender Antivirus scans
Best Antivirus Software for Windows 10 in 2018
Windows 10 comes equipped with Windows Defender Security Center that does a great job fighting against viruses and other types of malware. Many users will say Defender is all they need, while others want a third-party option handling their PC's security. If you're interested in taking your security to another level, check out this roundup of the best antivirus software available in 2017. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 2018 Bitdefender Antivirus Plus provides amazing protection against system-crippling viruses and other annoying malware. Its robust protection is built on the data gathered from over 500 million Bitdefender users — algorithms measure the data to uncover unknown threats and to discover new threats just now hitting the internet. Chosen as the best basic antivirus by Tom's Guide and as Top Ten Review's first choice overall choice, it's clear you're getting your money's worth. From Top Ten Reviews: Impressive performance, useful features, solid support and a superb user … [Read more...] about Best Antivirus Software for Windows 10 in 2018
Microsoft lifts update embargo on Windows 10
Microsoft this week lifted the security update blockade on Windows 10 PCs that do not have approved antivirus software, but kept the no-patches-for-you rule in place for the more popular Windows 7.The update roadblock was assembled in early January, when Microsoft issued mitigations against the Spectre and Meltdown vulnerabilities. Those vulnerabilities stemmed from design flaws in virtually all modern processors made by Intel, AMD and ARM. According to Microsoft, the security updates could brick PCs equipped with antivirus (AV) software that had improperly tapped into kernel memory.To prevent customers' machines from encountering "stop errors" - Microsoft's euphemism for "Blue Screen of Death" or BSOD - during installation of the security updates, the Redmond, Wash. company said that AV vendors had to self-certify that their code was compatible with the Spectre/Meltdown patches. Microsoft also required AV developers to signal that compatibility by writing a new key to the Windows … [Read more...] about Microsoft lifts update embargo on Windows 10