Is Windows 10 Antivirus Good Enough?
Contents Microsoft’s Windows Defender Is Closer Than It’s Ever Been to Competing with Third-Party Internet Security Suites, but It’s Still Not Good Enough. in...
Microsoft’s Windows Defender is closer than it’s ever been to competing with third-party internet security suites, but it’s still not good enough. In terms of malware detection, it often ranks below the detection rates offered by top antivirus competitors.
Is Windows 10 virus protection good enough?
Are you suggesting that Microsoft Security Essentials on Windows 10 is not sufficient? The short answer is that the bundled security solution from Microsoft is pretty good at most things. But the longer answer is that it could do better—and you can still do better with a third-party antivirus app.
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Do I still need antivirus software with Windows 10?
Namely that with Windows 10, you get protection by default in terms of Windows Defender. So that’s fine, and you don’t need to worry about downloading and installing a third-party antivirus, because Microsoft’s built-in app will be good enough. Right? Well, yes and no.
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.
