Gateway NV57H Generic User Guide - Page 70

Caution: Please note that most security software suites provide similar functionality and will disable Windows Firewall in order to improve system performance. Windows Updates If you have an active Internet connection, Windows can check for important updates for your computer and install them automatically. These updates include security patches and program updates that can improve your computing experience and help protect your computer against new viruses and attacks. Windows Defender Windows Defender helps protect your computer against malicious and unwanted software, such as spyware and adware. Windows Defender is installed and turned on by default. To help protect your privacy and your computer, Windows Defender includes real-time protection options. Real-time protection alerts you when spyware and other potentially unwanted software attempt to install themselves or run on your computer. You are also alerted if programs attempt to change important Windows settings. 68