To disable Microsoft Defender on Windows 11, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection, click Manage Settings, and toggle off ...

To disable most third-party antivirus software in Windows, you have to locate the program’s icon in the bottom-right System Tray area, right-click on its icon and select Disable or Pause protection.

Microsoft Defender is an essential part of Windows 11 that helps keep your computer safe from all kinds of threats. It's a firewall and antivirus, and contrary to what used to be said a few years ago, ...