Windows security which was formerly known as the Windows Defender is an inbuilt application that is present in Windows 11. It provides a variety of features to the users to protect them from various threats. In this article you will learn about the various features of Windows 11 and also how to use them.

Features of Windows Security

Following are the features provided by the Windows security application in Windows 11:

1. Virus and Threat Protection
2. Account Protection
3. Firewall and Network Protection
4. App and Browser Control
5. Device Security
6. Device Performance & Health
7. Family Options

Feature 1: Virus and Threat Protection

This feature of the Windows security app provides real-time protection against viruses and malware in your system.

STEP 1: Open the settings from the start menu or just by pressing the Windows key + I.

STEP 2: Then navigate to privacy and security.

STEP 3: Then click on the window security app.

STEP 4: Click on virus and threat protection.

STEP 5: Under the current threats, click on quick scan option to check for malware and viruses in your system.

STEP 6: Wait until the scan is completed to get the results.

STEP 7: You can also explore other types of scans by clicking on the scan options for a deeper analysis of your PC.

Feature 2: Account protection

This feature helps the users to protect their identity and crucial sign-in information of their system.

STEP 1: In the windows security app click on the account protection option.

STEP 2: Click on the manage sign-in options.

STEP 3: Now you can set up the windows hello, facial recognition, fingerprint recognition or PIN for a secure sign-in of your system.

STEP 4: You can also enable the dynamic lock to automatically lock your device when you are away.

STEP 5: Enable this option and restart your PC to set up the dynamic lock.

Feature 3: Firewall and Network Protection

This feature of the windows security app helps the users to manage their firewall and network settings to protect their systems from external threats.

STEP 1: In the windows security app click on the Firewall & network protection option.

STEP 2: Check if your firewall is turned on for your domain, private and public networks.

STEP 3: You can click on allow an app through firewall to permit specific applications to bypass the security of firewall.

STEP 4: Click on the advanced settings option to create and manage the inbound and outbound rules for your system.

Feature 4: App and Browser Control

This feature helps the users to manage the security of their browsers and other applications present in their systems.

STEP 1: In the windows security app click on the App & Browser Control option.

STEP 2: Click on reputation based protection settings.

STEP 3: Turn on the following option to protect your system from unrecognised files and app from the web.

STEP 4: Turn on the below two options to allow the Microsoft defender to protect your device from malicious site downloads and protect your password from malicious sites.

STEP 5: Click on the exploit protection settings.

STEP 6: Check if the following options are turned on. This will protect your system from various attacks.

Feature 5: Device Security

This feature of the windows security app ensures that your device is secure with hardware-level security.

STEP 1: In the windows security app click on the device security option.

STEP 2: Click on the core isolation details.

STEP 3: Enable the following options to provide additional protection against various malware and other attacks.

STEP 4: Ensure that the secure boot option is enabled to protect the startup process of your system.

Feature 6: Device Performance and Health

This feature provides an overall report about your device’s health and performance.

STEP 1: In the windows security app click on the device performance & health option.

STEP 2: View the health report for issues related to storage capacity, device drivers, battery life and other applications.

STEP 3: Use the fresh start option to reinstall and update windows while keeping your personal data safe.

STEP 4: You can use the fresh start to resolve various issues related to your windows and get a fresh start.

Feature 7: Family Options

The following feature was recently added to the windows security app to help the users to manage and monitor family members using their device.

STEP 1: In the windows security app click on the family options.

STEP 2: Click on the view family settings option.

STEP 3: Click on this option present at right side of the screen, to add any family members.

STEP 4: Mange various feature like screen time, find your family member, activity reporting and many more.

How to Use Windows Security in Windows 11 – FAQ’s

Is Windows Security enough to protect my computer?

” Yes, Windows Security offers full protection for most users. Please ensure that windows security is updated time to time. “

Can we use any other third-party antivirus software along with windows security?

” Yes, you can use any other third party antivirus of your choice along with the windows security. “

How often should we run a full scan for our systems?

” Running the full scan every month is enough. However you can use the quick scan on a regular basis. “

How can I update the Windows Security?

” Windows Security updates are automatically updated with the Windows Update. “