Fixing Windows Defender’s High RAM Usage on Windows 11
## Direct Answer
To fix Windows Defender using too much RAM on Windows 11, disable the “Real-time protection” feature, exclude certain files and folders from scanning, or adjust the “Cloud-delivered protection” settings.
## Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s how you can do it:
1. **Open Windows Security**: Click the Start button and type “Windows Security” to open the app.
2. **Disable Real-time protection**: Click on “Virus & threat protection” and toggle off the “Real-time protection” switch.
3. **Exclude files and folders**: Click on “Virus & threat protection” and then “Manage settings” under “Virus & threat protection options”. Scroll down to “Exclusions” and click “Add or remove exclusions”. Add the files and folders you want to exclude from scanning.
4. **Adjust Cloud-delivered protection**: Click on “Virus & threat protection” and then “Manage settings” under “Virus & threat protection options”. Scroll down to “Cloud-delivered protection” and toggle off the switch.
## FAQ
– **Q: Will disabling Real-time protection make my system vulnerable?**
A: Yes, disabling Real-time protection may make your system more vulnerable to threats. Only disable it temporarily if you’re experiencing performance issues.
– **Q: Can I exclude system files from scanning?**
A: No, it’s not recommended to exclude system files from scanning as they can be targeted by malware.
– **Q: Will adjusting Cloud-delivered protection settings affect my system’s performance?**
A: Adjusting Cloud-delivered protection settings may improve system performance by reducing the amount of data being sent to the cloud for scanning.
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