Should I deactivate Windows Defender running Microsoft Security Essentials?
I installed Microsoft Security Essentials on vista and I wanted to know if I should keep Windows Defender on or turn it off?
Windows Defender must stop automatically when you install MSE, but if not then I would recommend do you: MSE already has Defender engine everything in it, and it's not great to run both at the same time.
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Windows Security Center gives me a "alert" that my anti-virus is disabled. I have Win XP Professtional and'm running Windows defender and Microsoft Security Essentials times which I recently uninstalled, restarted the computer and reinstalled more updated. I read related security problems, but I have not found a match. I have a screenshot of the Win Security Center Alert, but unable to attach. It is said: ' Windows found multiple antivirus programs on this computer, but they all report that they could be updated or disabled. " Click on the recommendations for suggested actions... [what I did without success, i.e. update. «[I uninstalled, stop, rebooted and reinstalled and updated]»
When I shoot to the top of MSE it says, "protection is enabled, and updated definitions.
Windows Defender said: "Nothing detected" and "computer running normally."
Before the uninstall and update, I ran System Mechanic from Iolo, who has done wonders for speed.
Norman
When it comes to antivirus software, you want one and only one installed and running on your computer. Two or more may come into conflict with eachother and degrade performance. I advise you to uninstall Windows defender and use soley mse.
also I strongly suggest that you avoid using "PC optimization" tools. They can help a little, but they often do more harm than good.
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Windows Defender vs Microsoft Security Essentials
What is the diffenrece between the Windows Defender and Microsoft Security Essentials? One is more recommended than the other or guarantee better security than the other? .. .or do they use the same definition files and also provide a safe protection?
Please feel free to share your own opinions and thoughts on the comparison of the two programmes. It would be much appreciated.
If you run either of these two programs... That who and why?
Thank you friends.
Windows Defender is not an anti-virus program. MSE is a comprehensive security program and that you want to use. -
I need to keep Windows Defender and Microsoft Security Essentials installed?
My question is, what do I need to keep Windows Defender installed too, or I can uninstall it.
I have Microsoft Security Essentials installed and it works fine. I am running Vista 64 bit with service PK. 2 and the Defender is installed under Vista. Before MSE I used Windows Live One Care until my subscription has expired and that they did not renew it. At that point, I finally installed MSE. Windows defender can be uninstalled? It seems to be an unnecessary element in my Security Center.
Hello
No it can't be uninstalled
It is part of the vista operating system
by default must disable MSE, it
If for any reason any MSE has not disabled it read this;
read the information on the below link on how to disable the windows defender service in vista or make an autostart to enable
and here is the method to remove it from startup in vista
http://www.groovypost.com/HOWTO/Microsoft/Vista/remove-Windows-Defender-from-Vista-system-startup/
and this is how you would normally activate or disable windows defender in vista from within defenders of own and options tools
http://www.groovypost.com/HOWTO/Microsoft/Vista/disable-Windows-Defender-for-Microsoft-Vista/
and this is a very good Anti-Malware/spyware program to use in place of Defender
an anti-virus can not find any problems
you need to scan with a good anti-malware program
Download update and scan with the free malwarebytes anti-malware version
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Is it necessary to have Windows Defender and Microsoft Security Essentials installed?
I use WD for many months, but recently had a bad and also installed malware attack MSE. Do I have both installed, or MSE joined WD?
MSE has its own version of Windows Defender built into it.
It should disable the Vista of Defender version.
For any other question of MSE:
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/msestart/threads
Installing and upgrading Microsoft Security Essentials program.
And a little more protection, use of Malwarebytes FREE version:
http://www.Malwarebytes.org/MBAM.php
Malwarebytes is as its name suggests, a Malware Remover!
Download the free Version from the link above.
Download, install, upgrade and scan once a fortnight.
See you soon. Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner
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Hello
It is not recommended to use two Antivirus at the same time. You can use Kaspersky or Microsoft Security Essential. Windows Defender is the defense against software spyware and other unwanted software. If Anti Virus is active and working then he will take over from Windows Defender. The things most important do not use two antivirus at the same time.
Consult the following link:
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/products/features/Windows-Defender
If my post answered your question, please mark it as an "accepted Solution".
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I am running Microsoft Security Essentials in XP. Should I still run Defender and/or on my ' puter?
Laughing out loud...
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Should I deactivate Windows Defender with Kaspersky?
original title: security system
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Windows Defender vice MS Security Essentials
Hi all
I would like to find some information on Windows Defender and MS Security Essentials it please.
MS Security Essentials isn't just a spyware/malware scanner, or does it also include an AntiVirus program, it contains?
Windows Defender is just a spyware/malware scanner, or does it also include an AntiVirus program, it contains?
How the two programs compare to all spyware/malware scanning & Protection?
I'm looking for a good spyware/malware scanner that offers on-demand so many Scaning & Protection in real time.
I use Spyware Terminator but dropped it when they went to a newer version which had nagware in & used-to-peer for the updates.
and that just kept this connection works, unless you remember to turn it off!I have 2 computers, one running Windows XP Pro SP2 (soon updated to SP3), with Avast AntiVirus & Comodo Firewall.
I'm looking for a good spyware/malware scanner that offers real-time real Scaning & protection. But I think I read that MS Security Essentials
a AntiVirus program and it would cause problems with Avast running at the same time!The 2nd computer I have is a laptop with Windows 7 (X 64-bit) Home edition that is also running Avast AntiVirus & Comodo Firewall,
It came with Windows Defender on it and I don't know if this is causing a conflict with the AvastAV program?Your help in this matter is greatly appreciated!
Sincerely,
Cindy ;>)
PS: If MS Security Essentials contains an AntiVirus, how does that compare to Avast AV protection?
Hello
To add a bit to the excellent advice already given:
Of course, you want excellent malware detection, however excellent system
compatibility is just as important and many fail on the latter.Notice I recommend Avast or MSE and suggest adding Prevx - free that
offers extra protection and superior detection. Prevx is designed to work along
SIFE other antivirus/security programs.Here's what I use and recommend: (these are all free and very effective versions.)
Avast and Prevx proved extremely reliable and compatible with all I have
launched on them. Microsoft Security Essentials and Prevx have also proven to be very
reliable and compatible. Use MSE or Avast and Prevx, Prevx 3 but not all.Avast Home free - stop any shields is not necessary except leave the file system, Web,.
Operational network (Script and behavior are also recommended in Ver 6 +).Prevx - Home - free
Windows Firewall
Windows Defender (is not necessary if you use MSE)
Protected IE - mode
IE 8 - SmartScreen filter WE (IE 7 phishing filter)
I also IE always start with asset if filter InPrivate IE 8.
(It may temporarily turn off with the little icon to the left of the + bottom
right of IE)Two versions of Avast are available 6.x and 4.8 x
Avast - home - free - 6.x stop shields you do not use (except files, Web, network, &)
Shields of behavior) - double click on the icon in the Notification area - real time Orange - click on the
Shield that you want to stop - STOP. To stop the Orange icon to show an error indicator-
Click on the Orange icon - top right - settings - click on the status bar - uncheck shields you
disabled - click OK
http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-downloadAvast 4.8 x - home - free - stop shields, you don't need except leaving Standard, Web,.
and the network running. (Double-click the blue icon - look OK. - upper left - Shields details
Finish those you don't use).
http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download#TAB4Or use Microsoft Security Essentials - free
http://www.Microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/Prevx works well alongside MSE or Avast
Prevx - home - free small, fast, exceptional protection CLOUD, working with other security
programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something come back here
or use Google to see how to remove.
http://www.prevx.com/ <-->
http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp?prevx=Y<-->Choice of PCmag editor - Prevx-
http://www.PCMag.com/Article2/0, 2817,2346862,00.aspAlso get Malwarebytes - free - use as scanner only. If you ever think malware and that
would be unusual with Avast and occasional Prevx running with the exception of a low level cookie
(not much), to UPDATE and then run it as a scanner. I have a lot of scanners and they
never find anything of note that I started to use this configuration.
http://www.Malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_freeI hope this helps.
Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP<- profile="" -="" windows="" expert="" -="" consumer="" :="" bicycle="" -="" mark="" twain="" said="" it="">
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You can run Microsoft Security Essentials along the coast with Verizon internet suite? Or will they come into conflict.
Hello
You should be able to use the free version of Prevx with Verizon and Firefox.
You may need to stop the function of safe online but you can try it. If it is
are problems collate Prevx, Verizon and the Support of FireFox.Verizon Internet Security is just McAfee re-packaged.
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I use Microsoft Security Essentials on Vista x 32. Security Center tells me to start Windows Defender. I click to start, but he tells me that I have to restart my computer or manually start Defender myself. I go to services, and it does not advocate. It basically tells me that my system has no need currently the program or there is another reason, it does not start. Responses tells me that for the error code of course, I met error 0x800106ba later Code it tells me to try to start it manually if it doesn't work I have uninstall Defender and need to reinstall it. Yet when I go to uninstall programs, Defender is not listed. I tried to install it again because it is not listed, I thought I could. When I went to install it, it-error telling me that I have already as it came pre-installed with Vista.
Now, my question. Do I really need Defender since I use Microsoft Security Essentials? Is in fact an older version almost essential? Why it tells me to start it if it is not needed? And if necessary, why it won't start
Hello
Be sure to check in the MSE Forums.
Answers - MSE Forums
http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect/default.aspx------------------------------------------
Windows Defender features are included in MSE, defender of loading would be redundant.
Windows Defender antispyware =
MSE is antivirus + antispyware.
Then think about MSE as Windows Defender with more added (which is).
Check this box:
Start - type in search-> find MSCONFIG in top - click right on - RUN AS ADMINStartup tab - disable Windows Defender (if the list) and APPLY / OK - REBOOT
This should stop loading Defender.
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If necessary after the foregoing:
Follow these steps to remove corruption and missing/damaged file system repair or replacement.
Run DiskCleanup - start - all programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk Cleanup
Start - type in the search box - find command top - RIGHT CLICK – RUN AS ADMIN
sfc/scannow
How to fix the system files of Windows 7 with the System File Checker
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/1538-SFC-SCANNOW-Command-System-File-Checker.htmlThen run checkdisk (chkdsk).
How to run check disk in Windows 7
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/433-disk-check.htmlCheck the default services and dependencies to ensure that they are running.
http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/services/Security_Center.htm============================================
Security Center incorrectly reports, or try Windows Defender
Start incorrectly, or both.Security Center not related anti-virus or firewall State correctlyhttp://www.winhelponline.com/blog/security-center-not-reporting-anti-virus-or-firewall-status-correctly/
How to fix Vista Reporting incorrect information Security Center
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/195736-Security-Center-not-reporting-correct-information.htmlHow to disable or enable the Security Center in Vista
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/67737-Security-Center.htmlThis thread might help as it might be a permissions problem.
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistawu/thread/3d2049ae-4581-439b-8E15-3f603f5c60f0/=====================================
Troubleshooting of Windows Defender
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/555957"%ProgramFiles%\Windows Defender\MsAsCui.exe" is the folder of the default Defender
Start - type in the search box-> Windows Defender - find top - make a right click on it.
RUN AS ADMINIf no joy using Start - computer or Windows Explorer to access this folder and create a
Shortcut to put on the desktop and the Start Menu. You can also right click on a shortcut this and
see if they point to here.Goal
"%ProgramFiles%\Windows Defender\MsAsCui.exe".Start in
"%ProgramFiles%\Windows defender.How to enable or disable the Windows Defender
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/93118-Windows-Defender-off.html--------------------------------------
Maybe something here if necessary:
What is display / causing the error message? Some anitvirus/security/antispyware products can
cause this error. On those who use you, including those that your never had even those
uninstalled (the remnants can cause problems). McAfee is just an example of what many can do.Start - type in the search box - Services - find top - Right Click - Run as Admin
Windows Defender - value STARTED and AUTOMATIC
or set MANUAL and STOPPED if necessary
Fix for the problem of 800106ba.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/931849Error (an example) of McAfee report.
http://service.McAfee.com/faqdocument.aspx?ID=TS100610&lang=en_US&prior_tid=2&AnswerID=16777216&Turl==http://KB.McAfee.com/InfoCenter/index?page%3Dcontent%26id%3DTS100610%26actp%3DsearchCheck also:
I hope this helps.
Rob Brown - MS MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.
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Windows Update and Microsoft Security Essentials error 80072EFE code
I am running windows vista sp2, recently I have problems with windows update, for some unknown reason, which I can't find an answer too, now I am unable to run updates. I tried to install Security Essentials to try to solve any pc problems but cannot do not run as it will not be updated.
If bound to all, my problems started with my lack of support during the connection user profile, and then receive several error messages (with no information) on the host files.
Can anyone help?
When (date about) don't you install Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) and has been the computer fully-patched to Windows Update in time?
What antivirus application was installed before you installed MSE, was your subscription always news, and did you uninstall it before installing MSE?
A (another) Norton or McAfee application ever been installed on the computer (for example, a free trial version which is preinstalled when you bought it)?
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Can I install Microsoft Security Essentials [or any other anti-virus/anti-spyware application] to clean my already infected computer?
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/msescan/thread/87058857-D181-4019-a723-efd9a49d9275You may encounter temporary connection [e.g. 0x80072EFE] errors when you use Windows Update or Microsoft Update to install updates
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/836941How to reset the Windows Update components?
[Skip the section to APPLY to if Win7;] Access KB971058 via Internet Explorer (32-bit) only. Run the difficulty in DEFAULT and AGGRESSIVE modes, then restart]
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft
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Firefox opens, running Microsoft Security Essentials & Malwarebytes, nothing coming.
I have 18 installed Firefox. This is the third time that Firefox has stopped opening.
I ran Malwarebytes and Microsoft Security Essentials all three times and each time found any problems. The only thing that worked was (using Revo Uninstaller) uninstalling and reinstalling.
It has worked well for three weeks and stopped opening again last night.
Oh, and attempt to use the mozilla help screens in Internet Explorer is a nightmare...
And I tried to use the troubleshooter below, IE won't let either.
One possible cause is security software (firewall, antivirus) that prevents or limits Firefox or plugin-container process without informing you, possibly after the detection of changes (update) for the Firefox program.
Delete all rules for Firefox and the plugin-container in the permissions list in the firewall and leave your firewall again ask permission to get full unlimited access to the internet for Firefox and the plugin-container and the update process.
See:
Try to start the computer in safe mode Windows with network support (on the startup screen, press F8) as a test to see if that helps.
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I keep trying to update and all these errors reappear. I can't install Microsoft Security Essentials and any update of Windows. I tried to do system Recoery by pressing F11 after reboot, and it does not work either. I'm guessing that something might be wrong with the registry or there is a virus but I am not a computer wiz. I don't have the Vista recovery disc and the original disk to restart. is it possible to fix this?
I paid to get it to format in November 2010... I installed a fake Windows Vista on it (32 bits but my PC on a 64-bit password) so I had to clean install it.
I don't understand: If you paid someone to format the HARD drive and do a clean Windows, when install I YOU "installed a 32-bit Vista?"
If your parent friend had lost the Windows CD comes with the brand new computer, the person you paid use to do the clean install of Vista 64-bit?
I do not see KB948465 in installed updates, only KB956250 & KB256506
I asked only KB948465. In any case, KB256506 is not an update or a section of the play.
No, I never had any other than Microsoft Security Essentials antivirus
Again, I don't understand. If you have never had any other antivirus MSE and MSE has been installed since November 2010, why you try to 'install Microsoft Security Essentials' now?
Q: which, if any, of these updates ARE LISTED in updates installed (no update history)?
A: See the number 3, I don't see anything else apart from those twoWhat "number 3"? You see nothing else, in addition to the two updates to date?
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I give up. I can't help you if you do not answer my specific questions in your very next answers! I think you'd better take the computer back to the repair shop & pay to figure what's wrong (yet). Good luck.
In & out...
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E520 stock Windows 7 and Microsoft Security Essentials.
We recently got a new E520 Edge to one of our teachers, had met with an interesting question.
When you install Microsoft Security Essentials, on reboot, the Microsoft Antimalware Service goes from automatic to manual and the service is stopped.
Before you start saying "Infected" do not forget that this system is straight out of the box and had not been on the internet for something else to install MSE. I also restored to the factory settings and tried again with the same results.
A process that is to recreate it:
(1) restoration of the system to the original image. (first attempt was out of the box)
(2) strengthened with the Standard Windows 7 OOBE.
(3) after the Windows 7 OOBE, a Lenovo window appears asking to activate Norton Internet Security 2012
(4) does not have activate Norton as Norton will disappear. Norton is still installed.
(5) do not install Office.
(5) at this point, the desktop appears. So I uninstall Norton Internet Security 2012 and rebooted. (on the first attempt, I used the last Norton Removal Tool)
(6) upon reboot, connected to the internet, installed Microsoft Security Essentials, upgrade to the latest defs and restarted.
Restart on 7), started Services.msc and looked at Microsoft Antimalware Service. It is started and set to automatic.
(8) 30 seconds later. Service is set to manual. The service is stopped. MSE has a red icon.
(9) subsequent reboots will not start MSE automatically. It must be started manually. Put back the service to automatic will be cancelled manually on a restart.
It must be something new added to the Lenovo images, because old E520 images had a different window of Lenovo who install Norton after asking the user, and MSE works very well on them, and I'm half tempted to wipe the hard drive and install that version on this laptop because I have restore media , but before I do, someone has a idea what installed app or rest Norton kills MSE program?
He solved.
Made a ton of tests on the laptop and followed the Lenovo RapidBoot problem. Looked for an update, and of course, there is an update that corrects a but in Lenovo RapidBoot affecting the Microsoft Antimalware service manual. Given that the system update does not seem to have the update available, here is the link to get the latest version.
http://support.Lenovo.com/en_US/detail.page?LegacyDocID=MIGR-77013
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