Yes, Windows Defender includes malicious software removal tools. Windows Defender is a component of Windows operating systems that provides built-in protection against viruses, spyware, and other types of malicious software. To help protect your computer, Windows Defender scans programs, files, and email attachments for known malicious software and provides real-time protection from new threats.
Windows Defender also includes a set of malicious software removal tools, allowing users to quickly detect and remove malicious programs from their computers. These tools are designed to detect and quarantine or remove malicious programs, such as Trojans, worms, and rootkits, as well as variants of these threats that may be used to steal financial or personal information, or damage the system.
The malicious software removal tool checks for known malicious programs on all drives of the computer and in all user profiles. The scan looks for files, registry keys, and other related components associated with the malicious program. If the scan detects any known malicious activities, it provides detailed information, including the name of the file or item detected, the location where it was found, the type of threat, and the recommended action that should be taken.
To help keep your computer safe, Windows Defender runs an automatic scan every week for malicious software. It is highly recommended that you run the scan to ensure that any malicious programs have been removed. In addition to running the automated scans, you can also manually scan your computer at any time by clicking “Scan Now” in the left pane of the Windows Defender window.
When Windows Defender detects a malicious program, it will alert you and provide the option to quarantine or delete it. Quarantining and deleting the threat will prevent it from running or performing any malicious activity on your computer.
These malicious software removal tools are available in all versions of Windows Defender, including Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10. Windows Defender also provides additional protection through third-party malware removal tools, such as Malwarebytes and SuperAntiSpyware.
By using these malicious software removal tools, you can help protect your computer from malicious programs and threats. It is important to regularly scan your computer to ensure that all threats have been removed and that your computer is secure.