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  • I can't believe I didn't find this on my own. Thanks! Commented Sep 3, 2015 at 14:26
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    Is this also for Windows Home? I can't find gpedit.msc Commented Jan 4, 2016 at 10:14
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    No, it does not work for home users. Pro/Enterprise/Education only Commented Dec 6, 2016 at 22:00
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    Tried this... however service is still running in task manager.
    – Brig
    Commented Mar 25, 2017 at 19:00
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    In v2004 there is even no "Windows Defender" option
    – golimar
    Commented Jul 17, 2020 at 15:59