How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Stay Protected With the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
This proactive approach helps to prevent malware infections and keeps your device running smoothly. Additionally, the firewall feature monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic, blocking any …
Getting started with anti-malware in Microsoft Defender
If you're concerned and want to have Microsoft Defender run a scan right now, you can do that by going to the Device protection page from the Microsoft Defender dashboard.
Virus and Threat Protection in the Windows Security App
Learn how to use virus and threat protection options in Windows Security to scan your device for threats and view the results.
Scan an item with Windows Security - Microsoft Support
You'll be notified immediately if any threats are found. To scan specific files or folders, right-click a file or folder, select Show more options, and then select Scan with Microsoft Defender. When the scan is …
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Schedule a scan in Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Learn how to schedule a Windows Defender Antivirus scan at a time and frequency that you choose.
Getting started with Microsoft Defender - Microsoft Support
On Windows, Mac, and Android Microsoft Defender can check files or apps you download and install, as well as run scans of files already on your system to spot any malware that may threaten your device.
Help protect my device with Windows Security - Microsoft Support
Schedule a scan in Windows Security Windows Security regularly scans your PC to help keep it safe. If you want to set your own scan schedule: In the search box on the taskbar, type Task Scheduler and …
Installing Microsoft Defender - Microsoft Support
Open https://aka.ms/AndroidDefender (or scan the QR code below) on your Android device to go to Microsoft Defender in the Google Play Store. Note: If your device has both a Personal Profile and a …