
For example, Symantec, Norton, McAfee, Kaspersky, AVG, Comodo, 360, Avira, Panda, ZoneAlarm, ESET and etc.

Windows 10 disables Windows Defender when it detects another antivirus security protection software is installed. Method 1: Install Another Antivirus or Anti-Malware Security Software If you want to get rid of Windows Defender Security Center icon on the Taskbar (which is available since Windows 10 Version 1703) even after you have installed another antivirus software or have disabled Windows Defender, here’s how to remove the Windows Defender notification icon. If you’re not a fan of Windows Defender, or already purchased or provided with the license of third-party security software, you can disable Windows Defender using one of the following methods.


Windows Defender is the default built-in free antivirus and anti-malware solution in Windows 10 that protects the computer against viruses, malware, spyware, and other threats, and provides network inspection, boot-time and real-time protection when using Windows PC.
