How Do I Do a Virus Scan on Windows 8?

How do I run a virus scan on my computer?

You can also head to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Open Windows Security. To perform an anti-malware scan, click “Virus & threat protection.” Click “Quick Scan” to scan your system for malware. Windows Security will perform a scan and give you the results.

Does Windows 8 have virus protection?

If your computer is running Windows 8, you already have antivirus software. Windows 8 includes Windows Defender, which helps protect you from viruses, spyware, and other malicious software.