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joliet_tech
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Aug 01, 2023

What is the difference between Windows Defender and Windows Defender for Business

I have purchased Windows Defender for Business but I don't see an option for it in MS365 Security Center.  I also see Windows Defender for Office 365.  I am confused.  

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    Ildrosos
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    joliet_tech hello there in general Windows Defender is the free AV that comes with any win10-11 device .

    Defender for Endpoint is the paid version which includes ADR .

    Defender for Business is the version of Defender for Endpoint which is included in the non E3-E5 licenses like Microsoft 365 Business Premium licenses which have a limit of 300 users/devices.

    Windows Defender for Office 365 is the Defender version which protects from spam / phising / malware etc . especially for Exchange online , teams , sharepoint not for endpoints. 

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