How to Enable Windows Defender as the Administrator

A system administrator or primary user can change settings and install or uninstall programs that will affect other users of the computer. Windows Defender is a free program that detects and eliminates spyware from your computer. It is also a part of the Windows 7 operating system. If you have an administrator account on a computer with Windows 7, you can enable Windows Defender in a few minutes.

Instructions

1. Enter your administrative password.

2. Click "Start," "All Programs," "Windows Defender." Alternatively click on "Start," type "Windows Defender" in the search box, click on "Windows Defender."

3. Click "Tools," "Options" under settings.

4. Click "Use this program." You will be prompted to enter your administrative password. Type your password and click "Save."

5. Click on the red "X" on the upper-right corner to exit Windows Defender or click "Scan" to scan your computer for spyware.

References

• Microsoft Windows: Turn Windows Defender On or Off

Resources

• Microsoft Windows: Windows Defender