Telling the two apart can be confusing because Microsoft Defender is essentially part of Windows Security, but there are also extra features available in a separate app.

Another feature working in the background for IT teams is Windows Defender App Control, also known as Smart App Control. It’s designed to protect systems from malicious, untrusted or potentially ...

Microsoft has released the July 2024 preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, with fixes for Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) issues causing app crashes and system memory exhaustion.