Here are some facts about Windows Defender with a guide on how to turn off its real-time protection
Windows Defender is the default antivirus solution for computers running Microsoft Windows 10 and 11.
You can’t uninstall or remove Windows Defender, but you can disable its real time protection.
If you install additional antivirus to the computer, Windows Defender will remain dormant on the system.
Here are the steps to toggle real-time protection:
Click the Start button / Windows logo on your Taskbar:
Select Settings:
Click Privacy & security:
Click Windows Security:
Choose Open Windows Security:
Choose Virus & threat protection:
Choose Manage Settings:
Click the bar to toggle between On and Off. Leave it in the OFF position to disable real time protection
When you are finished cleaning your system or running the software you wish to run without interference, turn Real-time protection back ON
Hopefully you found this guide useful!
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