Windows Defender

Apparently, Windows Defender has caught up with third party AV software in terms of detection rate: https://www.av-test.org/en/antiviru...-2017/microsoft-windows-defender-4.12-174847/

Was wondering how many of you don't use any additional AV besides defender.

 

i had been using an yearly subscription anti virus since 3 years but once it expired last month didn't saw any difference in performance so didn't bought it again

 

Kaspersky Internet Security here. Don't feel difference in performance when it's installed on the system or not.

It gives an extra layer of security when browsing on the web tbh..

 

should I use any kind of antivirus? never had problems with viruses tho, if something goes wrong i download malwarebytes and it fixes everything

 

yes I do have it

 

my opinion is never random click but sometimes a check up is always good

 

I have it disabled, its possible

 

Yeah, as @iCeMan! said, it's possible - you can disable the service, although I don't recommend you do it. I feel confident in what I'm doing on the web too. It's just that I believe it's good to have some layer of protection nonetheless. Just in case, y'know.

Spoiler

 

I use multiple, Windows defender, Avast, Malwarebytes and zemana

 

Just btw., to avoid clashes - and, whatever - sometimes it's better to disable some of 'em, using the Local Group Policy Editor:


(Start Menu) Run... gpedit.msc
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^^ Especially with a SSD (too many read /writes otherwise. )

P.S.
The gallery is @

Code:

https://postimg.org/gallery/3ew61rmkc/

EDIT: This is (all) on Windows 7, 7601; & it's a little bit different on 10 (and 8.1!)

EDIT:

Code:

https://www.howtogeek.com/225385/what’s-the-best-antivirus-for-windows-10-is-windows-defender-good-enough/

 

I use avira

 

I use sophos home and I am happy with it

 

I don't see the nessecity

 

I'm on Team "Nah" for additional AV. Windows Defender's been surprisingly solid lately. It's like the unsung hero of antivirus. I checked out that link—impressive stats! Here's to Defender holding its ground. By the way, if you decide to install windows 11, check out these deals: [advertising link removed] Good luck!