For many years, Windows users had to rely on third party security tools to keep viruses and malware at bay, but now Microsoft’s operating system comes with its own package called Windows Security.
It’s designed to run smoothly and efficiently in the background, and you may not even notice it is there પરંતુ but it’s important to know how it protects your computer and what different options it offers you.
You can add additional security software to Windows whenever you want, Windows Security should keep you well protected from threats. You can open it from the Start menu or by clicking on its icon in the notification area.
Open the main Windows Security Dashboard and you should see a grid of icons, with reassuring green check marks next to all of them – if you need to pay attention to something, these checkmarks will be replaced by yellow exclamation marks. You can click on any item on the grid Virus and threat protection To History of DefenseTo go to the relevant section within the application.
The left navigation pane gives you another way to jump between different parts of Windows security: The Home If you need to go back to the main dashboard there is an option to go back. choose Account securityFor example, options related to your Microsoft account and the way you sign in to Windows on your computer (including face and fingerprint recognition, if available).
Firewall and network security Where you can monitor firewalls for devices on your local network and around Windows in the context of the wider Internet. If you decide to install a third-party security package, Windows Security can also monitor this and make sure everything is working properly – if no firewall is enabled, you will see an on-screen warning.
choose Settings From the left navigation bar to customize various aspects of Windows security: This is primarily around the instructions the program displays and any third-party security software you install. You can also click History of Defense Windows Security is here to see what the latest developments are, whether it’s a virus scan or warnings about security issues.
In terms of actively protecting your computer and protecting it from threats, Virus and threat protection The Windows Security section is a must visit. Like the rest of the software, most of the features here will run in the background, but it is good to be aware of what is available and what you can do if you find anything suspicious.
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