Windows 10: should uninstall all these, to have as my main protection Microsoft Defender Firewall…?

About using Microsoft Defender Firewall as described here:https://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-block-an-application-from-accessing-the-internetTo block a program access the internet, How check if this rule created, is effective…? Works okAlso, how understand if Microsoft Defender Firewall & Antivirus is my main defence, since in my PC exist some other Antivirus utilities like Avast, or McAfee, that installed in my try to install some other software, … ?I should uninstall all these, to have as my main protection Microsoft Defender Firewall…?How confirm Microsoft Defender Firewall is workin

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windows defender firewall

Hi Faye,

Third-party antivirus programs usually have their own uninstallers provided by the software developer. We suggest checking the developer's website or contacting their support team for assistance with uninstalling their program. After fully uninstalling the
third-party antivirus software, you may turn on Windows Defender by following these steps:

• Click Start.
• Type Windows Defender Security Center and press Enter.
• Click Firewall and network protection.
• Click Private (discoverable) network and click On.
• Click Public (non-discoverable) network and click On.

Let us know if you have any other concerns about Windows Defender.

 

firewall

Hi Jackie,

For you to be able to get to your firewall, please follow the steps below:

• Go to start Button.
• Open Windows defender Security Center.
• Then go to Firewall & network protection.
• Then choose a network profile.

We'll look forward to your response.

 

Windows Defender - Firewall and Network Protection

Hi,

We suggest that you try restarting Windows Defender service and check if issue is resolved. Follow the steps below:

• Press Windows key + X key and type services.msc,
  hit enter.
• Search Windows Defender Service.:1)Windows Defender Service ; 2)
  Windows Defender Network.
• Right click on each and press Start.
• Restart your computer and check if issue persist.

Let us know if you need further assistance.