I keep getting this message on Windows 11. " Disable the Limited Periodic Scanning in Microsoft Defender". I want it to stop. I DO NOT want to turn this option off in Windows Defender. I want Norton to STOP telling me to turn it off.
Hello @Glenn_Puckett
Care to share screenshot?
Does the message dialog offer Do not show again?
Maybe, try toggle Norton 360 → Notifications → Send me non-critical app activity alerts = off/red
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as you’re aware: Norton recommends disable
Disable the Limited Periodic Scanning in Microsoft Defender here
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To disable Microsoft Defender’s limited periodic scanning when Norton is also installed, navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Virus & threat protection > Microsoft Defender Antivirus options. Under “Periodic Scanning,” switch the selector to “Off”. Norton and Microsoft Defender can both provide antivirus protection; however, it’s generally recommended to disable the periodic scanning feature of Microsoft Defender when you are using another antivirus like Norton.
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fwiw ~ as test:
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Edit: btw ~ with Limited Periodic Scanning = on
Norton asked me: allow/block
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Hello @Glenn_Puckett