Microsoft Defender Antivirus Knowledge Check

The video tutorial explains the built-in Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 and 11, highlighting its features and benefits. It covers the importance of enabling real-time protection and provides a step-by-step guide on how to disable and re-enable it for troubleshooting purposes. Additionally, it discusses the significance of keeping antivirus signatures up to date and demonstrates how to perform a manual update to ensure optimal security.

What is the built-in antivirus software in Windows 10 and 11 called?

• Kaspersky Antivirus

• Microsoft Defender Antivirus

• Avast Antivirus

• Norton Antivirus

Why might you need to temporarily disable real-time protection in Microsoft Defender?

• To install a new application

• To update Windows

• To troubleshoot an application issue

• To save battery life

Where can you find the option to manage real-time protection settings in Windows?

• Windows Security app

• Device Manager

• Task Manager

• Control Panel

What does the Windows Security app notify you of after disabling real-time protection?

• That your files are being scanned

• That your system is running faster

• That your system is overheating

• That you should turn on virus protection

What happens when you click the option to turn off real-time protection?

• The system shuts down

• A user account control dialog box appears

• The computer restarts

• The antivirus software uninstalls

What is the purpose of antivirus signatures in Microsoft Defender?

• To improve internet speed

• To enhance system performance

• To identify malicious software

• To manage user accounts

How can you ensure that your antivirus signatures are always up to date?

• By restarting the computer

• By reinstalling the antivirus software

• By disabling real-time protection

• By manually checking for updates

What is the first step to perform a manual update in Microsoft Defender on Windows 11?

• Open Task Manager

• Type 'security' in the search bar

• Restart the computer

• Access Control Panel

What is the significance of performing a manual update of antivirus signatures?

• To increase battery life

• To resolve application performance issues

• To free up disk space

• To improve graphics performance

What does the security intelligence update ensure?

• That the battery lasts longer

• That the internet connection is stable

• That the antivirus is using the latest version

• That the system is faster