By now, you likely have upgraded your Windows 7 installation to Windows 10 and probably wondering why Microsoft Security Essentials is not available for Windows 10.
In simple words, the Microsoft Security Essentials program is not available for Windows 10 because it doesn’t support Windows 10. This means that you can’t install Security Essentials in Windows 10. There is no way out there to install and run Microsoft Security Essentials in Windows 10.
When you upgraded your Windows 7 installation to Windows 10, the program was removed because Windows 10 ships with a good antimalware program out of the box.
Windows Defender is Security Essentials in Windows 10
Like its predecessor Windows 8, Windows 10 also ships with Windows Defender (called as Microsoft Defender in the latest version). For users coming from Windows 7, the Windows Defender in Windows 10 is not just the Defender of Windows 7. Rather, Windows Defender in Windows 10 comprises all the features of Microsoft Security Essentials and this is the reason why Security Essentials is not available for Windows 10.
The UI of Windows Defender in Windows 10, as you can see in the above picture, is slightly different from the Security Essentials. You can launch Windows Defender by typing the same in Start menu or taskbar search box.
The Windows Defender in Windows 10 helps users protect their PCs from viruses, malware, and other threats. Like Security Essentials, it offers real-time protection and uses Windows Update service to automatically download latest definition updates.
To access some of its settings (like), you need to navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security page.
Although the native security solution is not as comprehensive as some other third-party antivirus software out there for Windows operating system, it does offer a good basic protection.
Finally, if you aren’t satisfied with Windows Defender in Windows 10 and would like to use a third-party antivirus program instead, use free programs like Avast Free Antivirus.
Our 6 free antivirus software for Windows 10 guide might also interest you.
Faith Bailey says
I just want a good security program i dont want to get something that takes over my computer been there done that with avast.Please help me not a c geek just a grand ma that use to be pretty good on my windows but need your help now
P Reape says
Completely agree – why must they mend something that’s not broken. okay have the Windows 10 (no choice, Windows 7 not supported), but leave all the basics exactly as they were. Everything these days must be totally different from the last, probably to impress the kids, it definitely doesn’t impress me!!!
joan says
installed windows 10 and had computer geeks do it and it is fine. They moved everything from 7 to 10. Had some problems but they fixed them, I really miss my windows 7 but had no recourse. Looking for security because I do not like Norton but no luck so far.
Joebudgie says
I converted my Windows 7 to Windows 10 when the free upgrade became available and have had no problems at all. Of course, I read and follow instructions along the way and I did purchase a “Windows 10 for Dummies”. The book was interesting reading but most of my problem solving was through online help screens and articles. I understand some stand alone programs didn’t convert easily, but that was true of every upgrade. By now most publishers have a work around in place. Contact them for help.
Bobby Mayfield says
10 was purported to be very similar to 7 but much better. After 10 was set up I found little help in guiding me through its procedures which I find unfamiliar. Found it very hard to set up a username and password and in the procedure of setting both up I would up with a Microsoft Reset Code, Security code, and a Unique ID all of which I have no idea how to use and even if they are still OK.
D says
Where’s the answer??? I’ll submit my email but if you took my stored passwords, I’m in the same boat up the same creek!
katherine leann ladd says
I just changes over to Windows 10 from Windows 7 and I absolutely abhor Windows 10!!!! I cannot find my Family Tree Maker – which means that I’ve lost all my FTM!!!! I cannot also find my Photos!!!! I cannot get into my EMail because I don’t remember my password and cSnnot find my notebook with it in it!!!! I cannot also get into my Facebook account!!!! What have you done – at this rate – I WANT MY WINDOWS 7 BACK – ASAP – NOW!!!!
Don’t send a message to my EMail because I cannot get into my account – THIS SUCKS!!!!