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Windows Central
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Kevin Okemwa

Microsoft says Windows 11’s Defender is enough for most users but admits some third‑party tools still offer extras

Microsoft Defender.

In April, Microsoft published an article in its Learning Centre, indicating that “for many Windows 11 users, Microsoft Defender Antivirus covers everyday risk without requiring additional software.”

Interestingly, most users seemingly shared the same sentiments as the tech giant across social media. "I haven't used a 3rd party antivirus since XP," a user indicated. "Windows Defender is enough and maybe even too much," another user added. Some Windows Central readers agreed with Microsoft's premise, too:

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