How Good is Windows Defender 2017?

Windows 10: Do I Need to Install an Antivirus Software?

The AV Comparatives study tested 17 major antivirus software brands and ran from July to November 2017. Defender received an overall protection rating of 99.5%, falling behind seven other cybersecurity software.

How Good is Built in Windows Defender?

Microsoft Defender scores 9.6, which is quite a good score. It's better than any other free product tested with this same sample set. Adaware, Avast, and Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition all score 9.2, while Kaspersky, Panda, and Avira score still lower.

Is Microsoft Defender Good Enough?

Microsofts Defender is pretty good at detecting malware files, blocking exploits and networkbased attacks, and flagging phishing sites. It even includes simple PC performance and health reports as well as parental controls with content filtering, usage limitations, and location tracking.

Do I Need Antivirus Software if I have Windows Defender?

Windows Defender scans a users email, internet browser, cloud, and apps for the above cyberthreats. However, Windows Defender lacks endpoint protection and response, as well as automated investigation and remediation, so more antivirus software is necessary.

Is Microsoft Defender Good Enough 2021?

Overall Security
Even if you don't have any other antivirus software installed, your Windows 10 PC will start with some basic protection in place. In January 2021, AV-Test (an independent security testing lab), rated Microsoft Defender as a Top Product with a perfect 6.0 score.