Windows 10: Microsoft Defender is off even after uninstalling the Anti-Malware program

Discus and support Microsoft Defender is off even after uninstalling the Anti-Malware program in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; My Defender is turned off due to another program being installed, I have uinstalled the program, but still sys your it has turned off your defender. If... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by MarianB2, Jan 24, 2022.

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    Microsoft Defender is off even after uninstalling the Anti-Malware program


    My Defender is turned off due to another program being installed, I have uinstalled the program, but still sys your it has turned off your defender. If I run a "fresh start" will it bring it back on.[Original Title: Defender]

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    MarianB2, Jan 24, 2022
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