Windows Defender is a capable antivirus solution built into Windows itself. Unless you’ve installed a different antivirus program on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, your PC is using it right now.
Update, March 31, 2025: This story, originally published March 29, has been updated with an explanation of LOLBINS as well as further technical information regarding the Windows Defender Application ...
PCWorld examines whether Windows 11’s built-in Microsoft Defender Antivirus and security suite provide adequate protection for everyday users without third-party software. Windows 11 includes ...