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How do I scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11?


It's easy to scan for viruses and malware with Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11, 10 or MS Server operating systems!



Everyone probably knows how easy it is to scan a folder with Windows Defender, but how about a system scan to discover hidden dangers in time to simply increase system security and stay safe!

1.) ... Open Windows Defender from the taskbar and start the scan!!
2.) ... There are several ways to open Windows Security!
3.) ... Is it important to scan for viruses and malware?



1.) Open Windows Defender from the taskbar and start the scan!

1. Use the shortcut Windows + Q 

2. Open  Windows Security

3. Now simply click Virus & Threat Protection 

4. And initiate a quick scan for viruses and malware 

( ... see Image-1 Point 1 to 5 ) 

PS: On Quick scan checks your startup folders and registry for viruses!

You can also: ►► Perform full system scan under MS Windows 10, 11!

(Image-1) Scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11!
Scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 11!

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2.) There are several ways to open Windows Security!

►► Quick access to Windows 11 Defender settings! 
►► A shortcut and keyboard shortcuts for the Security Center!



Info:

Very popular among Windows 11 users is Windows security context menu to access antivirus protection option, firewall, device performance and other tools faster. The Windows security commands are displayed in the right-click menu on your desktop, which can be very handy if you need to customize it often!




3.) Is it important to scan for viruses and malware?

Yes! A full scan on the Windows 11 PC makes sense!

A full scan scans all files and folders on your computer, the registry, all your startup items and can be configured to scan network drives as well. A full scan can take hours depending on how much disk space you have and how fast your computer is - you should probably wait and run a full scan if you won't be using your computer for a few hours.

See also:

►► Manually start the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool!







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