Windows 10 devices come with a variety of security tools to help safeguard your computer. Windows Security, formerly known as Microsoft Defender, provides antivirus and malware protection, a firewall and security settings to ensure you are secure.
Its powerful real-time antimalware program, Core isolation, and hardware-level security features (like the security processor and Secure Boot) can help protect you against many types of threats without slowing down your device. Windows Security also lets you monitor your device’s health and performance, control your account security and sign-in options for your device and more.
Even if your system is protected by the best security measures, passwords, and other security measures, malware can still get in and cause problems. It is essential to regularly backup your data and upgrade your operating system. Windows 10 comes with a number of backup tools and cloud storage services, that make it easy to safeguard your files.
Windows Backup, File History or Recovery Drives can be used to regularly backup your system, and then restore it in the event of an emergency. You should also consider cloud-based options like OneDrive, Google Drive, and other tools for enterprise backup.
It is essential to restrict access to your device by ensuring that no users have administrator access rights. This will prevent any user of your computer from making large changes that could put your data at risk. You can accomplish this by creating individual Standard accounts or by restricting access to your device by using Parental Controls.
