Wednesday, January 19, 2011

What is Microsoft Security Essentials

Windows Defender's functions are included in MSE so loading Defender would be redundant.

Windows Defender = antispyware
MSE = antivirus + antispyware.
So think of MSE as Windows Defender with added Antivirus Software. And its free for HOME users

Check this :

Start - type in Search box -> MSCONFIG find at top - Right Click on - RUN AS ADMIN

Startup tab - Uncheck Windows Defender (if listed) and APPLY / OK - REBOOT

That should stop Defender from loading.

If needed after the above :

Do these to clear corruption and repair/replace damaged/missing system files.

Run DiskCleanup - Start - All Programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk Cleanup

Start - type in Search box - COMMAND find at top of list - RIGHT CLICK - RUN AS ADMIN

sfc /scannow

How to Repair Windows 7 System Files with System File Checker
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1538-sfc-scannow-command-system-file-checker.html

Then run checkdisk (chkdsk).

How to Run Disk Check in Windows 7
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/433-disk-check.html

Check the default services and dependencies to make sure they are running.
http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/Services/Security_Center.htm

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