Chapter 1
Operating Systems
Course: 220 1202 Comptia A Exam Core 2
Subject: 220 1102 Comptia A Plus Exam Core 2
Chapter: Security
1. Defender Antivirus
1.1 Activate/Deactivate Defender Antivirus
- Description: Microsoft Defender Antivirus is built into Windows to protect against malware, viruses, and other threats. It can be activated or deactivated based on user needs, though it is generally recommended to keep it active for continuous protection.
- Real-Life Example: When installing third-party antivirus software, you may need to deactivate Defender Antivirus to prevent conflicts and avoid redundant resource usage.
1.2 Updated Definitions
- Description: Defender Antivirus relies on up-to-date virus definitions to detect and mitigate emerging threats. Regular updates ensure it can identify and address new forms of malware.
- Real-Life Example: A system that regularly receives updates for virus definitions is less likely to fall victim to new malware variants compared to a system with outdated definitions.