Security Resources

Windows Live safety scanner. This no charge, full-service computer scan is designed to ensure the top performance and health of your computer.

Windows Defender. Help identify and remove spyware and other unwanted software from your computer. No charge to users of licensed Windows Vista and Windows XP SP2.

Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool. Check your computer for and remove the most prevalent malicious software with this no-charge tool.

TechNet Security Tools for IT Pros. Assess vulnerabilities and strengthen security with these tools and technologies.

Microsoft Malware Protection Center . Bookmark this interactive Web portal designed to help you research the latest threats to your computer security and find out how to respond to them.

Microsoft Security at Home Web site.

Microsoft Security Newsletter for Home Computer Users.

Microsoft Security Newsletter for IT Pros

Microsoft Small Business Security Guidance Center

Microsoft Midsize Business Security Center

Microsoft TechNet Security TechCenter

Microsoft Security Developer Center

Microsoft Security Development Lifecycle

Security360 webcasts. Watch Mike Nash and guest speakers such as Bill Gates talk about a range of network, browser, mobile device, and e-mail security issues.

In-person Events and Web Casts. For IT Pros and Developers. Find security events to attend in person, and get information on upcoming and on-demand Web casts.

Security e-Learning Clinics. For Developers. Free e-Learning clinics come in a learner-centered format that lets you find the security topic that you want, and learn at your own pace.

Microsoft Security Intelligence Report. This biannual report focuses on malicious software data and trends observed in either the first or second half of each calendar year.