Windows Defender Browser Protection

If you are one of the users who entrust Windows Defender with the protection of their PC, the chances are you will like a browser extension such as the one Microsoft has created for Chrome.

Said Chrome extension is Windows Defender Browser Protection, which Microsoft has created to complement its default antivirus in its operating system, promising to fight off any malicious web pages and any threats you might be exposed to while browsing the web.

In terms of configuration, there is nothing to worry about since, once installed, the Chrome extension reveals a simplistic user interface that comprises one single button, so there are no settings whatsoever you might need to bother with.

As such, in order to enable Windows Defender Browser Protection, you just need to click the addon’s icon in the toolbar and make sure to toggle on web page monitoring. That’s about it, so as you can see, your security is increased with minimal effort.

In case you are wondering why you should turn to such a software utility, you may want to know that the Chrome extension provides an extra layer of protection against malicious sites and guarantees that phishing is not a risk you are exposed to. That is because every web page you are visiting is compared to an ever-expanding database of suspicious URLs you may want to stay away from.

If, however, you happen to stumble upon one such page that might include viruses or might pose a privacy risk, you are prompted with a red screen saying that the site has been reported as unsafe and you are not recommended to continue.

All things considered, Windows Defender Browser Protection is a Chrome addon that promises to bring about Microsoft's know-how to their rival’s browser. What it does is keep you out of harm’s way while surfing the web by alerting you of any possible threats you can easily avoid, and given the developer’s reputation and the extension’s ease of use, it’s definitely worth a try.