You have to change system settings that are conflicting with the antivirus program.
While it is considered one of the best antivirus software options for PCs, you might still find yourself in situations where you may need to permanently (or temporarily) disable the protection.įor example, if you don't like the security solution for personal reasons. On Windows 10, Microsoft Defender Antivirus is the default anti-malware solution to protect your computer and files from unwanted viruses, ransomware, spyware, and other forms of malware and hackers.