Your Question: Does Windows Defender Come with Windows 10?

Windows Security is built-in to Windows 10 and includes an antirvirus program called Microsoft Defender Antivirus. (In previous versions of Windows 10, Windows Security is called Windows Defender Security Center).

Does Windows 10 come with defender?

Always on defense—at no extra cost. No need to download—Microsoft Defender comes standard on Windows 10 as part of Windows Security, protecting your data and devices in real time with a full suite of advanced safeguards.

How do I find Windows Defender on Windows 10?

Scan an item with Windows Security in Windows 10

1. To scan specific files or folders, right-click the ones you want then select Scan with Microsoft Defender. …
2. To turn on Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows Security, go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Virus & threat protection.