All I can report is that I've been using Windows Defender on four PCs for a year with no difficulties. I also use Malwarebytes Pro and manually scan with Malwarebytes regularly to remove the occasional threat that gets through.


BIAB 2026 Win Audiophile. Software: Fender Studio One 8, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Presonus Quantom HD8 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.