3.1. Reputation-based protection settings

3.1.1. Check apps and files

Disable Check apps and files

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Computer Configuration › Administrative Templates › Windows Components › File Explorer › Configure Windows Defender SmartScreen

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DISABLED

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3.1.2. SmartScreen for Microsoft Edge

Edge will eventually be removed; until then, leave enabled for Edge browser.

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3.1.3. Potentially unwanted app blocking

Disable Potentially unwanted app blocking

Blocking downloads cannot be managed. Leave download blocking enabled.

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Computer Configuration › Administrative Templates › Windows Components › Microsoft Defender Antivirus › Configure detection for potentially unwanted applications

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ENABLED

Options

Disabled (Default)

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