Trying to install/run a program or change some system configurations on your PC, but Windows Defender keeps getting in your way? Here's how to disable Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11 to ...

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The always-on Microsoft Defender is meant to regularly check your computer for malware and viruses, but you can turn it off.

Latest Videos From Windows Central This guide will walk you through the different methods to disable the Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11.

Windows 10 won't let you uninstall Microsoft Defender Antivirus, but you can permanently disable the feature. This guide shows you the steps to perform this task in three different ways.

Formerly known as Windows Defender, Microsoft Defender is an antivirus protection program that's included with Windows 10.