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Microsoft Security Essentials is antivirus software for Windows XP through Windows 7. It protects your computer against viruses, spyware, trojan horses and rootkits.

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When was Microsoft Security Essentials created?

Microsoft Security Essentials was created on 2009-09-29.


Are Microsoft Security Essentials and Microsoft Live Essentials the same software?

NO


How do you install Microsoft security essentials?

Microsoft Security Essentials generally comes pre-installed with Windows. If you don't have it you can install it on the Microsoft site.


What are the significance of antivirus software?

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Microsoft offers a free antivirus system called Microsoft Security Essentials what are the main features of this product?

There are many features that the Microsoft Security Essentials offers. Microsoft Security Essentials offers protection against different viruses that threaten a computer. It runs on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, but not Windows 8.


Why does Microsoft security essentials not start automatically on Microsoft XP?

It does if you set it (go to settings) !


What is the name of the free Microsoft antivirus software that can be used with wiondows 7?

Microsoft Security Essentials


How do I remove all trace of Microsoft Security Essentials?

To remove all trace of Microsoft Security Essentials, first uninstall it through the Control Panel by navigating to "Programs and Features" and selecting "Microsoft Security Essentials." After uninstallation, use the Microsoft Security Essentials Removal Tool to ensure all components are completely deleted. Finally, check for any remaining files or folders in the installation directory (usually in "C:\Program Files\Microsoft Security Client") and delete them manually, as well as any related registry entries using a registry cleaner.


Microsoft security essentials does not start automatically on Microsoft XP?

Configure the settings on your anti-virus software.


Can Microsoft Security Essentials work on Linux?

No. It wouldn't have any use even if it did.


Could you recommend a good antivirus software?

McAfee Security Center, which has to be purchased, or if you want a free one, download Microsoft Security Essentials, from the Microsoft website.


How do you delete Microsoft Antimalware?

Typically, Microsoft Security Essentials can be removed by going to Control Panel - Programs and running the uninstall there.