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What is the primary function of Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 and Windows 11?
What is the primary function of Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 and Windows 11?
- To provide advanced firewall protection against network intrusions.
- To offer a built-in anti-malware solution without requiring third-party purchases. (correct)
- To optimize system performance by defragmenting the hard drive.
- To manage user account controls and permissions on the operating system.
Why might a software developer instruct a user to temporarily disable real-time protection in Microsoft Defender Antivirus?
Why might a software developer instruct a user to temporarily disable real-time protection in Microsoft Defender Antivirus?
- To troubleshoot whether the antivirus is interfering with the application's functionality. (correct)
- To allow the application to access restricted system resources.
- To bypass the antivirus scan for faster software installation.
- To install updates without interruption from security checks.
Where can you find the settings to disable real-time protection in Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11?
Where can you find the settings to disable real-time protection in Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11?
- In the Control Panel under System and Security.
- Within the Windows Security app, under Virus & Threat Protection settings. (correct)
- Through the command prompt using administrative privileges.
- In the Task Manager under the Startup tab.
What does Windows User Account Control (UAC) prompt indicate when disabling real-time protection?
What does Windows User Account Control (UAC) prompt indicate when disabling real-time protection?
Why is it important to re-enable real-time protection after troubleshooting an application?
Why is it important to re-enable real-time protection after troubleshooting an application?
How does Microsoft Defender Antivirus identify whether a software is malicious?
How does Microsoft Defender Antivirus identify whether a software is malicious?
Why is it important to keep the antivirus signatures up to date?
Why is it important to keep the antivirus signatures up to date?
How can you manually update the antivirus signatures in Microsoft Defender Antivirus?
How can you manually update the antivirus signatures in Microsoft Defender Antivirus?
What is the benefit of performing a manual antivirus signature update during troubleshooting?
What is the benefit of performing a manual antivirus signature update during troubleshooting?
After disabling real-time protection, what visual cue does Windows Security provide to indicate the system is at risk?
After disabling real-time protection, what visual cue does Windows Security provide to indicate the system is at risk?
If Microsoft Defender Antivirus is configured for real-time analysis, when will it examine code to determine if it's malicious?
If Microsoft Defender Antivirus is configured for real-time analysis, when will it examine code to determine if it's malicious?
Besides 'Microsoft Defender Antivirus,' what other name might you see referenced for this utility?
Besides 'Microsoft Defender Antivirus,' what other name might you see referenced for this utility?
Where can you typically find the Windows Security app on a Windows 11 machine?
Where can you typically find the Windows Security app on a Windows 11 machine?
What options are available inside the managed settings of Virus & Threat Protection in Windows Security?
What options are available inside the managed settings of Virus & Threat Protection in Windows Security?
By connecting to the Microsoft Cloud, what action can the Microsoft Defender Antivirus perform?
By connecting to the Microsoft Cloud, what action can the Microsoft Defender Antivirus perform?
Flashcards
Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Built-in antivirus and anti-malware software in Windows 10/11, providing real-time protection against viruses and malware.
Real-time analysis
Real-time analysis
Analyzing code of downloaded files/applications to identify and block malicious content.
Disabling Real-time Protection
Disabling Real-time Protection
Temporarily deactivating real-time protection to troubleshoot application issues, with caution.
User Account Control (UAC) Dialog
User Account Control (UAC) Dialog
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Antivirus Signatures
Antivirus Signatures
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Manual Signature Update
Manual Signature Update
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Study Notes
- Windows 10 and 11 include built-in antivirus and anti-malware software called Microsoft Defender Antivirus, removing the need for third-party antivirus software.
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus is integrated into the Windows Security app.
- It provides ongoing protection against viruses and malware.
- "Windows Defender" is an older term for what is now known as "Microsoft Defender Antivirus."
- Antivirus software should be enabled for real-time analysis to examine code from downloaded files and launched applications for malicious content.
- Real-time protection in Microsoft Defender Antivirus can be temporarily disabled for application troubleshooting purposes.
- Real-time protection is managed within the Windows Security app under Virus & threat protection settings > Manage settings > Real-time protection.
- Disabling real-time protection requires administrative privileges, confirmed through a User Account Control dialog box.
- After disabling real-time protection, Windows Security displays a warning, urging the user to re-enable virus protection.
- Antivirus applications use signatures to identify malicious software.
- Regularly updating these signatures is crucial for optimal system security.
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus automates signature updates, but manual updates can also be performed.
- Manual updates may be useful during troubleshooting to ensure the latest signatures are in use.
- Manual updates are performed via Windows Security app > Virus & threat protection > Virus & threat protection updates > Check for updates.
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