Does Microsoft Essentials Still Work on Windows 7?
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Windows 7 is no longer supported and availability of new installations of Microsoft Security Essentials has ended. We recommend all customers move to Windows 10 and Windows Defender Antivirus for our best security option.

Does Microsoft Essentials work on Windows 7?

Discontinuation. Support for MSE has officially ended for Windows Vista and Windows XP. … Although support for Windows 7 ended on 14 January 2020 Microsoft will continue to update virus definitions for existing users until 2023.

How long will Microsoft Security Essentials support Windows 7?

End of Support for Microsoft Security Essentials and Windows 7: January 14, 2020. Will Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) continue to protect my computer after the end of support? No, your Windows 7 computer is not protected by MSE after January 14, 2020.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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