How to turn Real-time Protection on or off
Sometimes a program will recommend that you turn your anti-virus program off to install a program. This really is not necessary task to perform. However if you are having issues installing a program or just want to turn off Essentials anyways, follow these steps.
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Open Microsoft Essentials
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Click Settings tab
 
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Click Real-time protection
 
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Uncheck Turn on real-time protection (recommended)
 
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When you are done be sure to turn real time back on so you will be protected. Your system will be in danger till you do.