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Microsoft’s antimalware<br />

targets scareware apps<br />

Windows Defender takes an expanded role within Windows 10,<br />

reveals MARK HACHMAN<br />

NEWS<br />

Windows Defender, built into every Windows<br />

10 PC, is considered the bare minimum for<br />

securing your PC from viruses and malware.<br />

Microsoft recently announced that Windows Defender<br />

has expanded its role into preventing ‘scareware’ apps<br />

that use the hard sell to warn you of dangers to your PC.<br />

The firm has always had an uneasy relationship with<br />

optimization programs, which purport to clean up your<br />

PC from unwanted junk, potential spyware, and more.<br />

Worldmags.net<br />

MAY 2018 • TECH ADVISOR 17

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