Though many Windows 10 users opt for third-party antivirus protection, those who use Microsoft Defender may not be getting all of the protection they could. Here’s how to check your settings and what ...

Spread the love“`html 1. Understanding Windows Defender Windows Defender, now officially known as Microsoft Defender, serves as a built-in antivirus and anti-malware solution for Windows operating ...

Microsoft thinks it has a way to prevent ransomware from extorting money from Windows 10 users, and it's called Controlled Folder Access. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in ...

I'm not sure how much it's improved since its introduction, but it was very painful to use. You can read about my experiences with it starting with this post in the Windows 10: Creators Update thread.

Add Warzone to Controlled Folder Access and see if it helps. Controlled Folder Access is a security feature in Windows Defender that protects certain folders from unauthorized changes. However, this ...