Windows Defender Security Center scam: How to protect your computer from fake pop-ups How to spot and respond to tech support scams. By Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report Fox News.

For that, head over to Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection > Manage settings. Installing third-party antivirus software will automatically disable Windows Security. Final thoughts.

The days of scoffing at Windows free, built-in virus protection are long over. It's good to see Windows Security get even more refined over time.

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In most cases, a factory reset should get rid of any viruses or malware on your computer. However it may not be effective for viruses like rootkits.

The sfc command checks all Windows system files and repairs damaged files automatically. Among other things, this can solve the problem of “Windows Security” not starting.