# Is it possible to only use Windows 10 defender and avoid 3rd party anti virus?

I am using Eset Node 32 endpoint security anti virus in addition to windows 10 defender (that is inbuilt antivirus)

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- Posted at: over 6 years ago
- Author title: Group IT Manager at East African Growers Limited
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## Comments
### Comment 1

Yes windows defender works perfectly


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- Posted at: over 6 years ago
- Author title: PHP Developer at Wapp



### Comment 2

Yes windows defender works perfectly


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- Author title: PHP Developer at Wapp



### Comment 3

Yes, i only use windows defender and not any other 3rd party software.


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- Author title: Mr.



### Comment 4

Windows Defender does help but to can work with 3rd party anti-virus. You can download free versions to avoid having to purchase anything. It would be recommended to do research on the top rated anti-virus programs prior to downloading any.

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- Posted at: over 6 years ago
- Author title: Actively looking for a full-time technical support or analyst position in the Tampa area




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