Answer
Microsoft Defender protects computer systems from various forms of malware, including viruses, ransomware, spyware, and other malicious software. It provides real-time protection by continuously monitoring the system for potential threats and taking action to prevent or remove them.
Features
- Real-time protection: It actively scans files, programs, and downloads in real-time to detect and block known and unknown threats.
- Virus and malware scanning: It performs regular scans of the system to identify and remove viruses, malware, and other malicious software.
- Firewall integration: It works in conjunction with the Windows Firewall to monitor network traffic and block suspicious or unauthorized connections.
- Web protection: It helps protect against malicious websites and phishing attempts by blocking access to harmful URL's and providing warnings when visiting potentially dangerous sites.
- Exploit protection: It includes built-in protection against common software vulnerabilities that attackers may exploit to compromise a system.
- Cloud-based protection: Microsoft Defender utilizes cloud-based threat intelligence and machine learning algorithms to quickly identify and respond to emerging threats.
FAQ’s
- What should I do if I see a notice from Microsoft Defender of malicious malware activity?
There's really nothing you need to do. The Information Security team is automatically notified of any malicious malware activity on any Creighton owned computer and will take appropriate measures. You will be contacted if needed.
- On which Operating Systems does it run?
Microsoft Defender is available for Windows and Mac OS.
- Will Microsoft Defender protect me against ransomware?
Yes, Microsoft Defender will recognize the behaviors of ransomware and prevent it from encrypting files.
- Will Microsoft Defender slow down my system?
The Microsoft Defender client uses a small amount of system resources and should not impact your daily activities.
- Does Microsoft Defender protect me while I am disconnected from the Internet (such as during traveling)?
Yes, the client will protect against malware threats when the device is disconnected from the Internet. However, the administrative visibility and functionality in the console will be lost until the device is back online.
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