Windows' built-in antivirus tool can run in a secure sandboxIt might just be safer than many rival antivirus apps.By J. Fingas, 10.27.2018
The best antivirus is not traditional antivirusWindows Defender is enough for most PC users.By Wirecutter, 09.28.2018
Microsoft's Chrome extension fights phishing attacksIt brings the Windows Defender link protection that Edge uses to Google's browser.By R. Lawler, 04.18.2018
Microsoft just fixed a serious Windows Defender bugTheoretically, an attacker could take over your PC with an email you haven't even opened yet.By R. Lawler, 05.08.2017
Microsoft tests a secured Edge browser for business'Application Guard' locks it in a virtual machine to protect your PC from malware.By N. Lee, 05.05.2017
Creators Update includes a few features for Windows Defender ATPIt starts with security against memory and kernel attacks. By T. Seppala, 03.13.2017
Kaspersky says Windows' security bundle is anti-competitiveThe antivirus developer has filed complaints over Microsoft's seeming hostility to third-party apps.By J. Fingas, 11.13.2016
Microsoft's Edge browser stays secure by acting as a virtual PC"Application Guard" locks Edge away from the Windows 10 processes.By S. Dent, 09.27.2016
Windows 10 now protects against cyberattacksWindows Defender Advanced Threat Protection could stop some hacks before they become major problems.By J. Fingas, 03.01.2016