

Since that is the case, there is no universally correct method that you can use to turn your antivirus off. There are a wide, wide range of different antivirus programs – both stock and third-party – available for Windows computers.

One of the most common reasons why Windows users sometimes need to turn their antivirus off is to troubleshoot issues with their computers – antivirus programs are known to be enablers to a wide array of different problems with Windows computers, which is why disabling your antivirus and checking to see if the problem persists is a common troubleshooting step. Windows users often need to disable the antivirus program they use – either temporarily or permanently.
