Get the latest security and virus information from Microsoft Check for the latest updates from Windows Update Get support for secutity-related issues Get help about Security Center Change the way Security Center alerts me Security Center helps you manage your Windows security settings. To Help protext your computer, make sure the three security essentials are marked ON. If the settings are not ON, follow the recommendations. To return to the Security Center later, open Control Panel. What's new in Windows to help protect my computer? Windows Firewall is ON. Windows Firewall help protected your computer against viruses and other security threats How does a firewall help protect my computer? Automatic Updates is set up to download and install updates only after checking with you. Click Turn on Automatic Updates to have Windows automatically keep you computer current with important updates (recommended). How does Automatic Update help protect my computer? Turn on Automatic Updates Antivirus software help protect your computer agains viruses and other security threats. Click Recommendations for suggested actions you can take. How does antivirus software help protect my computer? Note: Windows does not detect all antivirus programs. Recommendations... Internet Options Windows Firewall Automatic Updates At Microsoft, we care about your privacy. Please read our privacy statement