Are you wondering whether the pre-installed Windows Defender is enough to protect your device from viruses? We'll explain it to you..
The Windows Defender anti-virus program is preinstalled on devices with Windows 8 or 10. Many users wonder whether the protection is sufficient or whether they should install a different virus scanner. Read this article to find out whether Microsoft's software is sufficient to protect your PC from viruses.
In short: If you want to protect your PC reliably against viruses, you can also rely on Windows Defender. The Magdeburg testing institute AV-Test gave Windows Defender top marks in autumn 2020 and certified it as a "Top Product" . In addition to the antivirus function, the Defender also offers a firewall, browser protection and child protection. It is also updated regularly via the cloud.
The c't also tested the Windows Defender in 2019 in comparison to other virus protection software. The conclusion was that the Defender has been significantly improved since its introduction and is completely sufficient for pure virus protection. One problem with the Defender, however, can be that it is more likely to be a victim of hacker attacks due to its widespread use..
