Windows Defender out of beta

It looks as if Microsoft has taken Windows Defender out of beta.   I didn’t see a press release or any chatter about it but the website is promoting it as a new version.   If you are running the beta version of the product, you will need to download the release version.  The betas will expire at the end of the year. 

From the website:

Windows Defender is a free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. It features Real-Time Protection, a monitoring system that recommends actions against spyware when it’s detected and minimizes interruptions and helps you stay productive. Now with 2 free support incidents for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.

To download Windows Defender go to the Windows Defender website.

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