Today, Windows 10 and Windows 11 come with an integrated security center from Microsoft, called Windows Defender, which provides the user with protection against antivirus and similar threats. In addition, you can, among other things, secure personal files against ransomware virus through the program.
Microsoft is now planning an overhaul of the service and launch to more platforms. The website WindowsLatest writes that Microsoft Defender, which will be the new name, will also be released for Mac, Android and also iOS, so you can protect your Mac and iPhone with Microsoft software.
PS. Earlier this week recommended Microsoft macOS Monterey users to update their Macs after the company discovered a security vulnerability in the operating system. The vulnerability has been fixed by Apple and an update is available.
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New security portal
All the details are not yet known, this is because Microsoft has not officially announced Microsoft Defender for consumers yet, but WindowsLatest writes that it will be possible to monitor all connected devices from a main dashboard, which contains information about threats such as password misdirection and attempted identity theft , while having functionality such as antivirus, malware protection and phishing.
The security hub also makes it possible for parents to keep track of their children’s devices, the website writes, but it is uncertain whether it integrates Microsoft Family which makes it possible to set screen time limits, block inappropriate content, view activity reports on children’s PC / mobile use and similar.
Windows Defender is one of the highest rated antivirus programs on the market, and got the full pot in the latest test to the security portal AV-Test.org.
It is not known when the new Microsoft Defender will be rolled out to users, but a trial version (apparently only for Microsoft employees) is available in the Microsoft Store. WindowsLatest writes that they are likely to launch the program in the coming months.
