Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download - Microsoft Security Essentials is easily one of the best free antivirus program available. I like it because it's produced by Microsoft and because it's really easy to see if the program is protecting you as it should be. Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download.

Microsoft Security Essentials provides constant virus protection, also called on-access or resident protection, for free. This means that Microsoft Security Essentials can completely replace antivirus software from companies like McAfee and Norton that charge for their software and for yearly access to updates. Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download.

There are inconsistent reports that Microsoft has recommended that people do not use just MSE, but instead use a third-party antivirus tool from another company. For what it's worth, I use MSE on many of my computers and it seems to protect them just fine. Microsoft's latest comments can be found here.

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download

Provides resident protection from viruses, spyware and other malware. Virus definitions are updated automatically and regularly. Small download size. Quick and very easy to install. Does not attempt to install unrelated software. Works with Windows 7 and Vista (It's included with Windows 8 and Windows 10).

Microsoft Security Essentials can be downloaded for Windows 7 and Windows Vista. Microsoft Security Essentials includes fully functional engines to guard against viruses and most other kinds of malware. Includes a very easy to use on-demand scanner for manual malware checks. 

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Review

Files, locations, file types, and processes can all be excluded from scans. Simple green/red indicator makes it very easy to see if you're protected. Microsoft Security Essentials updates regularly to keep its malware knowledge current. Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download.

Security Essentials is Microsoft's first attempt at an antivirus program, free or otherwise. My take: they did an excellent job. It was super easy to install and even easier to understand and use. Microsoft Security Essentials even trumps most of the popular, expensive antivirus options out there. It's unfortunate, however, that Windows XP is no longer supported.

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus Features:

Microsoft Security Essentials is world-class security for your PC that's free* and easy to download. Here are some ways Microsoft Security Essentials helps keep your PCs safe without getting in your way or making you worry.

• Real-time protection
• System scanning
• System cleaning
• Windows Firewall integration
• Dynamic signature service
• Rootkit protection
• Protection against real threats, not a good software

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus Info:

• Downloading and installing Microsoft Security Essentials is free* and easy. Once you have installed it, the software updates automatically once a day. We’re constantly tracking new threats and we keep your PC updated to help protect you. You don’t have to do anything.
• Microsoft Security Essentials uses green, yellow and red color codes to designate the security status of your PC and a color-coded icon in the taskbar tells you at a glance if your attention is needed. It’s simple—when you’re green, you’re good. However, if there’s a red or yellow threat, Microsoft Security Essentials will alert you and recommend what to do (you can act directly from the notification area without having to enter the application).
• Microsoft Security Essentials runs quietly in the background. You’ll only be alerted when there are specific actions to take. When you’re away or busy, Microsoft Security Essentials can take the default action on your behalf and you can open the program later to review and undo those actions if you wish.
• Microsoft Security Essentials is efficient and compact. Scans and updates are scheduled to run when the PC is idle and the software works in a way that your PC is still snappy when you’re using it. All this makes Microsoft Security Essentials friendly for all sorts of computers—your old PC, your new PC, your laptop, as well as your little netbook.

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus System Requirements:

The new Windows comes with Windows Defender.

Windows Defender for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 8, and Windows RT provides built-in protection against malware. You can't use Microsoft Security Essentials, but you don't need to—Windows Defender is already included and ready to go. But if you’re looking to protect a PC with an older version of Windows, you can use Microsoft Security Essentials to help guard against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. It provides real-time protection for your home or small business PCs.

Minimum system requirements for running Microsoft Security Essentials

Microsoft Security Essentials is free* and easy to download and use. Here's what you need to run it:

• Operating System: Windows Vista (Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2), Windows 7
• A PC with a CPU clock speed of 1.0 GHz or higher, and 1 GB RAM or higher.
• VGA display of 800 × 600 or higher.
• 200 MB of available hard disk space.
• An Internet connection is required for installation and to download the latest virus and spyware definitions for Microsoft Security Essentials.
• Internet Browser: Windows Internet Explorer 6.0 or later. Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or later.

Microsoft Security Essentials Antivirus 2018 Download