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Microsoft Defender will continue to work in Windows 10.
Defender will receive regular security updates until October 2028.
Microsoft still recommends Windows 11 for new security patches.
You probably know by now that 10-year-old Windows 10 is no longer supported. Microsoft won't provide bug fixes, security patches, or other important updates to defend these PCs against new vulnerabilities. However, if you're still running Windows 10, the good news is Microsoft Defender will still protect your computer against viruses and other threats.
Protected by Defender
In a Tuesday blog post spotted by the folks at Neowin, Microsoft explained how Defender in its different incarnations will continue to work as expected in Windows 10. Specifically, the tool will provide detection and protection capabilities to whatever extent possible in Windows 10, as well as other legacy systems.
Also: How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 - 2 free options
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