Windows Defender - Good Antivirus Included In Windows

 

Windows 10 and 11 comes with a built-in antivirus program called Windows Defender, which provides basic protection against malware and other online threats. Windows Defender is a good option for most users, and it is usually sufficient to protect your computer from most threats.

However, if you want more comprehensive protection, or if you are at a higher risk of encountering malware or other threats (for example, if you frequently download files from the internet or use public Wi-Fi networks), you may want to consider using a third-party antivirus program.

Third-party antivirus programs typically offer additional features and functionality beyond what is provided by Windows Defender, such as more advanced malware detection, network security, and privacy protection.

Ultimately, the decision to use additional antivirus software will depend on your specific needs and preferences. If you do choose to use a third-party antivirus program, it's important to make sure that it is compatible with your version of Windows and that you keep it updated to ensure that it can provide the best possible protection against new and emerging threats.

In most cases you will not need any more than Defender. In my opinion, most "free" antivirus other than Defender, capture far too much about you and your computer, put stress on  the CPU etc, and act almost like malware. Don't need to do that  - stick with Windows Defender -- it's managed 100% by Windows, easy peasy oh so breezy!