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Defender Hardening Console has 3 active ingredients:

Defender Hardening: This makes Microsoft® Defender, your built-in security, much more resistant to attacks by unlocking and configuring hidden security settings.

Deep Firewall Control: Prevents data exfiltration by blocking untrusted and commonly abused applications from connecting to the internet.

The Helios Engine: A powerful scan engine that detects malware that some antiviruses may miss, using premium threat feeds and proprietary heuristics.

No, it is not a traditional antivirus. Defender Hardening Console hardens your default security app (Microsoft® Defender) and provides the Helios scan engine that detects malware often missed by AVs, system issues, and junk files.

Think of it as a security enhancer that works alongside your existing protection to fill the gaps.

The network scan detects suspicious, malicious, and unauthorised connections from applications on your system. It identifies programs that may be communicating with known malicious servers, botnets, or making connections they shouldn't be making.

During the network enrichment phase, the Helios engine pulls additional data that is necessary for the heuristic analysis. This includes querying threat intelligence feeds, checking IP reputations, and gathering context about each connection to provide you with accurate and actionable results.

Remote support software allows someone to control your computer from a distance. While legitimate IT support uses these tools, they are heavily abused by scammers.

Common scams include:

• Microsoft scams: Fake "Microsoft technicians" claiming your computer has viruses
• McAfee/Norton scams: Fake subscription renewal or refund calls
• Refund scams: Scammers "accidentally" transferring too much money and asking you to return it
• Bank impersonation: Fraudsters posing as your bank's fraud department

These scammers install persistent remote access software to maintain control of your computer even after the call ends.

Yes, in most cases you should. A legitimate business or IT professional uses portable remote support software that leaves no traces after the session ends.

Persistent remote support software that wasn't installed by you, a friend, relative, or by your IT team is a sign of unwanted remote access and poses a huge security risk. Scammers can return to your computer at any time to steal data, install malware, or commit financial fraud.

Many so-called "system optimisers" and "registry cleaners" are digital snake oil. They often:

• Use scare tactics by reporting hundreds of "critical errors" that don't actually exist
• Claim to speed up your PC but provide no real performance benefit
• Cause system instability by deleting legitimate registry entries
• Nag you constantly to purchase a "premium" version
• Bundle unwanted software or adware

Windows has built-in tools for disk cleanup and maintenance that are safer and more effective than these third-party applications.

Don't worry! At Hawk Eye, we do not use scareware tactics. Every issue that we detect comes with an easy fix and clear explanation.

We'll take care of it—and we won't pressure you with fake urgency or exaggerated warnings. Our goal is to genuinely improve your security, not to frighten you into action.

The Helios engine uses a sophisticated combination of detection methods:

• Premium threat feeds: Curated data from leading cybersecurity providers
• Proprietary heuristics: Custom-developed algorithms that identify suspicious behaviour patterns
• Cloud reputation: Real-time checks against known malicious files and domains
• Persistence analysis: Detection of malware hiding in startup locations, scheduled tasks, and registry keys

This multi-layered approach catches threats that traditional signature-based antiviruses often miss.

Absolutely not! The software is designed with clear labels and guidance which makes it suitable for everyone.

For experts: You can dive deep into the nooks and crannies of Microsoft® Defender, tweak individual settings, and fine-tune your security configuration exactly how you want it.

For novice users: Features like the AI Wizard allow you to apply tailored, optimal configuration with just one click—no technical knowledge required. The software explains everything in plain English.