

It allows you to monitor the malware protection, scan the device for threats, launch an offline scan, and set up the advanced anti-ransomware feature. Virus & threat protection – houses the Microsoft Defender Antivirus settings.Windows Security includes seven areas of protection that you can manage and monitor: Source: Windows Central (Image credit: Source: Windows Central) Microsoft Defender Antivirusīefore you dive into this guide, you need to understand the difference between "Microsoft Defender Antivirus" and "Windows Security." How to adjust notifications for Windows Security.

