Windows 7 Security features Overview

Here is a Microsoft post that details the built-in security features that shipped with Windows 7:

The Windows 7 operating system from Microsoft simplifies computer security, making it easier for you to reduce the risk of damage caused by viruses, spyware and other malware. Windows 7 also features an improved backup solution to help keep your information safe, and its improved parental controls help you protect your family.

Read about the new and improved safety, security, and privacy features in Windows 7.

Windows 7 support for LA & Orange County officesThe Action Center: security information at your fingertips

The new Windows 7 Action Center in the Control Panel helps you make sure that your firewall is on, your antivirus software is up to date, and your computer is set to install updates automatically. For more information, see How does Action Center check for problems?

Firewalls, Content Filtering, Network SecurityProtect your data from theft, hackers, and accidental loss

BitLocker Drive Encryption encrypts your Windows hard disk to help keep documents, passwords, and other important data safe. Once you turn on BitLocker, any file that you save on that drive is encrypted automatically.

Microsoft Windows 7 Security features: screenshot of BitLocker Drive Encryption

For more information, see Help protect your files using BitLocker Drive Encryption or Set up your hard disk for BitLocker Drive Encryption.

Windows Firewall can also help protect your computer from hackers and malicious software. With Windows 7, the built-in firewall is more flexible and easier to use than before.

The Microsoft backup system is also improved for Windows 7. Backup and Restore creates copies of your most important files, so you’re always prepared for the worst. For more information, see Backup and restore: frequently asked questions.

Desktop and network support for Windows 7Defend your computer against viruses, spyware, and other malware

Microsoft Security Essentials is a free download for Windows 7 that helps protect your computer from viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, and other malware. For more information, see Help protect your PC with Microsoft Security Essentials.

Windows 7 also includes Windows Defender, software that helps protect your computer from pop-up ads, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. For more information, see Using Windows Defender.

Content Filtering and Network SecurityReduce risk by enhancing security and control

Windows 7 makes it easier and less intrusive to run your computer as a standard user instead of as an administrator. Windows Vista introduced User Account Control, a feature that warned you when a program wanted to make a change on your computer. Windows 7 improves on this feature, which means you’ll get the same level of protection, but with fewer messages than before.

Microsoft Windows 7 Security features: screenshot of UAC - enhancing security and control

To learn more, see User Account Control.

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