- Jan 26, 2020
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Microsoft Defender launches on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Microsoft 365 subscribers get a new security dashboard.
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Anyone from MT plan on using this?Microsoft Defender launches on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Microsoft 365 subscribers get a new security dashboard.www.theverge.com
I do have Microsoft 365 Personal, and will use it on my Nokia G20 phone.Anyone from MT plan on using this?
"On iOS and iPadOS, for example, there’s no antivirus protection, and the app offers some web phishing protections instead alongside a dashboard that includes alerts for other devices."So you got to subscribe to Office 365. Office standalone price does not include it, and there looks to be no add-on subscription for MS Defender iOS or Android.
Curious to see reviews of Microsoft Defender on iOS.
Microsoft has announced today the general availability of Microsoft Defender for Individuals, the company's new security solution for personal phones and computers.
This new cross-device security solution is available for all Microsoft 365 customers with Personal ($6.99/month) or Family ($9.99/month) subscriptions starting today.
First unveiled for Windows 11 Insiders in March, Defender for Individuals provides malware and phishing protection for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android mobile and desktop devices.
It is designed to work as a central dashboard from which you can monitor the security status of your family members' devices.
Defender for Individuals also provides safety alerts and recommendations, including real-time warnings about device security changes and suggestions on keeping data and devices secure.
Microsoft says the malware protection feature is only available on Windows, macOS, and Android phones. In contrast, web protection is available on iOS and Android phones (on Windows, web protection is provided by the built-in Windows Security solution).
"It was built on our Microsoft Defender for Endpoint technology, leveraging the same trusted security that enterprises rely on," said Vasu Jakkal, Microsoft's Corporate Vice President for Security, Compliance, Identity, and Management.
"It joins our comprehensive set of security products and services as the newest member of our family of Microsoft Defender solutions and extends the protection already built into Windows Security."
yeah ill be forced because of work...Anyone from MT plan on using this?
Trying it now on my laptop with Windows 11 and my android phone.Anyone from MT plan on using this?
Are there any advantages to it? I have Office 365 for family.Trying it now on my laptop with Windows 11 and my android phone.
No. It's simply a management console as far as I know. Users have different feature/protection options depending on their OS platform, but indeed it is badly marketed.And I'm not sure if this provides additional protection over MD, if so then aren't we going to a free/paid WD solution?
Do you have ease access for advacned setting? for example, things that configure through Hard configurator or defenderuiTrying it now on my laptop with Windows 11 and my android phone.
Microsoft Defender for Individuals protects devices against malware and runs antivirus scans on connected devices continuously. Microsoft notes in a footnote that malware protection is not available on Windows and iOS devices, if a security solution is installed already.
The security solution informs users in real-time about security changes, for instance, when threats are detected on connected devices.
Microsoft 365 subscribers may download Microsoft Defender for Individuals from the Microsoft 365 website. Downloads are provided for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. All download links redirect to the relevant Store locations, e.g., Google Play for the Android download, or the Microsoft Store for the Microsoft Defender for Windows store.
Vasu Jakkal, Corporate Vice President, Security, Compliance, Identity, and Management, confirms that new security features will become available in the future.
At the moment the only advantage I see is an overview of the security status of all your devices.Are there any advantages to it? I have Office 365 for family.
The app probably won’t be too helpful for most people, at least in its current form, given that each supported platform already has its own built-in suite of security tools. Google Play Protect on Android already scans installed apps for dangerous code, while Apple has Gatekeeper and XProtect on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Still, it’s free to Microsoft 365 subscribers, and Microsoft hopes the dashboard view might be helpful for families to check multiple devices for potential security problems at once.
Microsoft is also planning to continue updating the Defender apps with new features. The company said in a blog post, “As we look forward, we will continue to bring more protections together under a single dashboard, including features like identity theft protection and secure online connection. Microsoft Defender is simplified online security that grows with you and your family to help keep you safe.”