After a year of being in Beta, Microsoft has just released the fully public, fully supported version of Windows Defender, their Antispyware/Anti-Adware tool.

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Originally posted by Microsoft Corporation
Windows Defender is a free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software. It features Real-Time Protection, a monitoring system that recommends actions against spyware when it's detected and minimizes interruptions and helps you stay productive. Now with 2 free support incidents for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.

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