SECURITY TESTOUT PC PRO Configure Windows Defender TESTOUT

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Configure Windows Defender TESTOUT PC PRO

Scheduled scanning Offline scanning Real-time protection Cloud-based protection Automatic sample submission Malware TESTOUT PC PRO

Scheduled scanning: A system feature that checks computer files for malware. Offline scanning: A system feature that causes the system to reboot and Windows Defender to run a scan in an offline state. Real-time protection: A software function that alerts you when spyware attempts to install itself or run on your computer. Cloud-based protection: A feature that provides real-time protection by sending Microsoft information about potential security threats discovered by Windows Defender. Automatic sample submission: A software feature that allows Windows Defender to send information to Microsoft for use in analyzing and identifying new malware. Malware: A type of software designed to take over or damage a computer without the user's knowledge or approval. TESTOUT PC PRO

Stealth Multipartite Macro Polymorphic Retro Armored Companion TESTOUT PC PRO

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Use the latest browser version and patch level Install the latest updates Use anti-malware software Use a firewall Use a pop-up blocker Manage cookies Upgrade to UEFI TESTOUT PC PRO

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Install the software Update definitions Update the software Run a full scan Schedule regular scans Enable scanning of external devices TESTOUT PC PRO

Quarantine Repair Delete TESTOUT PC PRO

Changed home page Excessive pop-ups Firewall alerts Changed file extensions Missing or changed files Corrupt files New icons Firewall or antimalware turned off System won’t boot System runs very slowly Unusual services or applications running TESTOUT PC PRO

Isolate the infected system Update definitions Run a full system scan TESTOUT PC PRO

Do the following labs: 13. 6. 6 Configure Windows Defender TESTOUT PC PRO

What is the role of a signature file when using anti-malware software to protect a system? How often should the signature files be updated? Why does showing file extensions help to protect against malware? What are some common symptoms that might make you suspect that your system is infected with malware? When your system is infected with malware, what remediation actions can you take? What happens when a file is quarantined? Why is user education often the best protection against malware? TESTOUT PC PRO