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Windows Server 2016 now includes Windows Defender Antivirus. Windows Defender AV is malware protection that immediately and actively protects Windows Server 2016 against known malware and can regularly update antimalware definitions through Windows Update.
View the Windows Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 documentation library for more information.
While the functionality, configuration, and management for Windows Defender AV is largely the same in either Windows 10 or Windows Server 2016 and above, there are a few differences.
Note
In Windows Server 2016, Windows Defender AV will not disable itself if you are running another antivirus product.
To learn more, see the following articles:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows Server
- Enable and update Defender Antivirus to the latest version on Windows Server
- Configure Microsoft Defender Antivirus features
- Configure Microsoft Defender Antivirus exclusions on Windows Server
- Review event logs and error codes to troubleshoot issues with Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Additional resources
Training
Module
MD-102 3-Manage Microsoft Defender in Windows client - Training
This module explains the built-in security features of Windows clients and how to implement them using policies.
Certification
Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate - Certifications
As a Windows Server hybrid administrator, you integrate Windows Server environments with Azure services and manage Windows Server in on-premises networks.