A Review of Windows Defender

If you’re looking to save money and have simple security, you can’t get much better than the security suite built into Windows 10 and 11. Also called Microsoft Defender or Windows Security which combines antivirus security with the ability to block devices, firewalls and device performance monitor, kid protection online (you decide what your kids can do on their computers and other devices) and many other features.

Aside from the usual malware detection, prevention and neutralization capabilities, it also comes with a password manager as well as anti-phishing tools. The firewall monitors all connections, inbound and outbound including Wi-Fi networks. It also has an option to allow you to view detailed information about suspicious connections.

In our tests, the program performed well enough in blocking most phishing websites and dangerous downloads. The reputation-based protection system it uses is a massive online database to assign websites and apps reputation scores. Software with low scores are automatically blocked. It also provides protection against exploits, which shields against attacks that try to alter the settings of your computer.

But while it’s an excellent program overall, it doesn’t have the malware detection rates of standalone competitors like Norton or Bitdefender. And while it does include the password manager, it doesn’t include other valuable extras like a PC optimizer or a VPN. The options for customer support are vast. There’s a massive community that has detailed FAQs forums, as well as multiple ways to directory reach an expert in tech via live chat or email.