These 5 critical Windows Defender settings are off by default - turn them on ASAP

Windows Defender has several security settings, including some you need to switch on to get the utmost protection. Here's why.
techtimes

Microsoft Re-Released Windows 11 Defender Update KB5007651 to Fix Security App Bug

Microsoft has decided to re-release its Windows 11 KB5007651 after one of its updates broke the Windows Security interface. The update in question was known as the Windows Defender Security update.
Windows Central

Microsoft says Windows 11’s built-in 'Defender' antivirus is "usually sufficient" for most PC users: "I haven't used a 3rd party antivirus since XP"

In a world where bad actors are increasingly adopting sophisticated techniques to deploy malicious attacks, including general artificial intelligence to unsuspecting users, it feels like a no-brainer ...
Neowin

Windows 11 23H2 upgrade causing performance loss and trusty Microsoft Defender may be why

Windows 11 version 23H2, much like some of the previous feature updates for Windows 11, is apparently causing performance loss, and it could have something to do with Microsoft Defender. This weekend ...
PC World

5 Windows Defender settings I change ASAP on any new PC

PCWorld outlines five essential Windows Defender configuration changes to optimize security and performance on new Windows PCs. Key adjustments include disabling redundant system tray icons, turning ...