How good is Windows Defender at protecting your system from malware?


Microsoft's antivirus program Defender doesn't have the best reputation when it comes to cyber protection, but is really that bad? Photo: Robert Günther/dpa

We spend more and more time on devices that connected to the internet so how do we best protect ourselves from viruses and malware?

Antivirus programs are designed to protect against trojans, spyware, and other threats. If you use the Windows 10 operating system, it automatically comes with Windows Defender.

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