
If something suspicious is detected, Windows Defender will alert the user. Windows Defender scans websites as well as all communication in real time and searches for malicious links or content. The user can then decide whether to keep the file or delete it from their system.īesides scanning downloads and attachments, Windows Defender also looks at email attachments, website downloads and other activities on the user’s system. If a malicious file is detected, Windows Defender will quarantine the file and alert the user about the potential risk. When downloading or opening a file, Windows Defender will automatically scan it for any potential risks. If Windows Defender finds a potential threat, it will alert the user and provide them with options for dealing with the threat.

All downloads and attachments are scanned to see if they contain malicious content or code which could compromise the user’s system. It scans files, downloads, emails, and other online activity to identify any malicious code.

Windows Defender uses real-time protection to help detect and prevent malicious activity on the user’s system.
