Windows 10: virus and spyware definitions

Discus and support virus and spyware definitions in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; virus and spyware definitions version is outdated. What should I do in order to get a latest version. Thank you... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by KasondeTambe, Feb 11, 2021.

  1. virus and spyware definitions


    virus and spyware definitions version is outdated. What should I do in order to get a latest version. Thank you

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    KasondeTambe, Feb 11, 2021
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  2. Rhina Vib Win User

    Virus and spyware definitions couldn't be updated.

    Hi Ogunmola,

    There are several possible reasons why you are unable to update your virus and spyware definitions in Windows 10. The most common cause is internet connectivity. If you are online, it can be caused by conflicts with the settings in Windows Internet Explorer.

    For us to better assist you with this concern, we need to ask a few questions:

    • Were there any changes made prior to this issue?
    • Are there issues with the internet connection?
    • Are you getting any error messages? Can you send a screenshot?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    For steps to help resolve this issue with updating the virus and spyware definitions, you can refer to
    Giridhar J's post on this
    link
    .

    Looking forward to your reply.

    Thank you.
     
    Rhina Vib, Feb 11, 2021
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  3. Message that Virus and Spyware definitions can't be updated

    Hi Jamie,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    • Did you try the suggestions provided earlier in this thread?
    • If yes, what were the results of each command?
    If you have not tried the suggestions provided earlier in this
    thread, please try and let us know the status, we'll be happy to assist you further.
     
    Niranjan Manjhi, Feb 11, 2021
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  4. favida Win User

    virus and spyware definitions

    virus and spyware definition

    i am trying to update the virus and spyware definition on my windows 10 laptop but at the time of installing it is showing virus and spyware definition couldn't be updated check your internet or connection and try again.
     
    favida, Feb 11, 2021
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