What you'll see in the Windows Security app When you go to Windows Security > Device security > Secure Boot, a green, yellow, or red badge attached to the Secure Boot icon indicates your current Secure Boot status. Text guidance is presented along with these badges to provide more detail.
Learn about Enhanced Sign in Security (ESS) and how to configure it.
Real-time protection is a feature in the Windows Security app that continuously monitors your device for potential threats such as viruses, malware, and spyware. This feature ensures that your device is actively protected by scanning files and programs as they are accessed or executed.
On this page you can see a summary of the security providers that are looking after your device. In the Windows Security app on your PC, select Settings > Manage providers, or use the following link: Security providers.
Microsoft security help and learning. If you suspect that your device may have malware you should have Microsoft Defender run a scan. Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Notes: If you don't see the security key option, it's possible that your organization doesn't allow you to use this option for verification. In this case, you'll need to choose another method or contact your organization's help desk for more assistance. Before you can register a security key, you must have at least one additional security verification method registered.
Manage your Microsoft account's security info, including verification methods and recovery options, to ensure your account stays protected and accessible.
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