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Do I still need Windows Firewall and Windows Defender If I use the Homecare and


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#1 bluesjunior

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Posted 30 April 2024 - 01:25 PM

My PC is Windows 10 connected to the internet via the Open Reach fibre modem and then to my TP-Link GX90 router. This router has a pretty good security suite provided by Trend Micro ie Homecare and Antivirus. My question then is, do I still need to have the Windows Firewall and Windows Defender running as well or can I safely switch them off?.


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Posted 30 April 2024 - 02:00 PM

Windows 10 Anniversary update (April 2018) introduced Limited Periodic Scanning with Microsoft Defender which allows you to also use a third party anti-virus program as your primary protection. 
 
When installing a third-party anti-virus Microsoft Defender should automatically disable itself to prevent conflicts and performance issues. If Defender interferes with installation, see....How to Fix Microsoft Defender Blocking Third-Party Antivirus Softwarew.


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