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Windows Defender

Cookies Are Not Scanned

SUMMARY: Why Windows Defender will not scan for cookies.

Note that this tip is for a BETA version of Windows Defender, and was written when Beta 2 was released. This information is subject to change based on new beta releases and/or the final version of the product.

You may have noticed that while other anti-spyware software programs normally detect cookies as 'spyware', Windows Defender does not. According to the FAQ:

Because many cookies are used for legitimate purposes, Microsoft plans to refine the approach to cookies based on customer feedback received during the beta period. You can currently manage cookies through your Web browser.

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