There are some situations where you might want to temporarily disable Windows' built-in security tool. I'll show you how to do it safely.
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How to turn off antivirus

Whether you’re running the best antivirus software or just plain old Windows Defender, you can browse easily knowing your computer is protected from all sorts of malware. Although it’s recommended to ...
To disable self-defense mode in Avast, you'll need to go into a 'hidden' area of the Settings. Open Control Panel. One quick method is to search for it from the Start menu; select Control Panel to ...