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Microsoft.Policies.WindowsDefender• Machine

Allows Microsoft Defender Antivirus to update and communicate over a metered connection.

Disabled (Default): Updates and communications are not allowed over metered connections. Enabled: Allow managed devices to update through metered connections. Data charges may apply.

Policy Details

Policy Name
MeteredConnectionUpdates
Registry Key
Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Signature Updates
Value Name
MeteredConnectionUpdates
Supported On
At least Windows Server 2012, Windows 8 or Windows RT
Policy State Values
Enabled: 1
Disabled: 0
Available Languages
en-us