Microsoft Defender will be automatically installed on Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers where administrators subscribe to Microsoft 365. It is one of the apps that are offered within Microsoft’s suite of productivity programs.
The Windows developer is sending an email to Microsoft 365 subscribers titled “Keep Your Identity More Secure Online”. In the message, the company mentions the benefits that the user will have when using Microsoft Defender.
The ‘Defender’ app will soon be automatically added to your Windows 10 or Windows 11 device during a routine update of your Microsoft 365 apps. Look for it in the Start Menu and make sure to sign in to activate your protections.
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Some users on Twitter have posted talking regarding unauthorized installation of Defender on their machines. It is interesting to mention that there is a Microsoft support document informing regarding this change.
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— Xeno (@XenoPanther) February 24, 2023
Below is the text that mentions installing Microsoft Defender automatically on computers that have access to Microsoft 365 subscription benefits.
Starting in late February 2023, the Microsoft Defender app will be included in the Microsoft 365 installer. This means that when you install Microsoft 365 Apps on your Windows device, the Microsoft Defender app will automatically install along with the other apps .
If you have an active Microsoft 365 subscription and have already installed Microsoft 365 Apps, the Microsoft Defender app will be automatically installed for you on the next update.
Just launch it from the Start menu and sign in with the personal Microsoft account you use for Microsoft 365.
Your computer is now safe with Windows Security
Windows Security is a free antivirus that comes bundled with Windows 10 and Windows 11 for free. However, Microsoft 365 subscribers will have extra protection when Microsoft Defender is installed.
