How to Get Microsoft Virus Protection For Free

Introduction

Did you know that Microsoft offer free virus protection? In this article I am going to show you how to find, download and use the various Microsoft virus protection software for Windows Vista and 7.

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1) Perform a Safety Scan for Windows Vista and Windows 7

The process is free and a download is required.

Note: Internet Explorer is required to download and run the safety scan.

2) Download Microsoft Security Essentials

Security Essentials is free and provides constant protection against spyware, viruses and related malicious software.

Once installed, Microsoft virus protection security essentials runs in the background and protects your computer against unwanted viruses. Updates are regular and automatic so you don't need to worry about having the latest protection installed.

3) Malicious Software Removal Tool

This software is also free and is installed by default with Windows Vista and 7 versions. Updates are applied regularly via the standard Windows Update process on the second Tuesday of every month.

The malicious software removal Microsoft virus removal protection tool can solve the problem of removing viruses once your computer has been infected but is not a substitute for appropriate PC virus protection software.

What You'll Need

To download and use Microsoft virus protection, you will need:

Microsoft Windows (Vista or 7) Install permissions (e.g. local administrator) Internet Explorer 7 or higher

See the resource box below for links to download the free software.

Conclusion

There are 3 free tools available for download at the Microsoft website. This software can help locate, protect against and remove viruses.

These free tools are designed to run along side (i.e. not replace) other anti virus software. Free Microsoft virus protection is a great way to enhance the security of your computer if you run Vista or Windows 7.

How to Get Microsoft Virus Protection For Free

About the author
Rowland C O'Connor has worked as a Microsoft Certified Professional for over 12 years and has over 20 years of experience with Windows. Rowland is the editor at Windows Performance.com, a resource with helpful tips, articles and videos showing you how to speed up and secure your Windows computer.

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