Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners - 2022 Edition - Part 02 - Windows 10 Hardening - Enabling the Smart Screen Filter

The video tutorial explains how to ensure Windows Defender Smart Screen is active on your PC. It guides you through accessing the Windows Defender Security Center and configuring Smart Screen settings for apps and browsers. The Smart Screen feature helps protect your device by checking for unrecognized apps and files from the web. The tutorial recommends setting Smart Screen to 'warn' for better control over what runs on your PC. It emphasizes the importance of keeping this security feature active to protect against malicious files and apps.

What is the first step to access the Windows Defender Smart Screen settings?

• Open the Control Panel

• Click on the Windows button and search for Windows Defender Security Center

• Use the Task Manager

• Go to the System Settings

What is the primary function of the Windows Defender Smart Screen?

• To enhance system performance

• To update Windows automatically

• To protect against unrecognized apps and files from the web

• To manage user accounts

Which browser has its own Smart Screen feature?

• Google Chrome

• Mozilla Firefox

• Microsoft Edge

• Safari

What happens when Smart Screen is set to 'block'?

• It disables the internet connection

• It allows all apps to run

• It sends a report to Microsoft

• It blocks any app or file it deems malicious

Why is it recommended to set Smart Screen to 'warn' instead of 'off'?

• To save battery life

• To have full control over which apps can run

• To improve system speed

• To reduce notifications