I am using SpectorCNE a network based client monitoring application. Windows Defender removed the server files and registry setting thinking it was spyware - which it is to an extent. Defender didn't quarantine the files and settings - it actually deleted them. Can I use Defender to restore the files and settings or must I use System Restore then modify Defender scan settings?-Thanks in advance- 1 person needs an answerI do too

Hi, You may want to perform a System Restore on the computer to restore back the files and settings previous settings.Note: When you perform System Restore to restore the computer to previous state, programs and updates you installed are removed. How to restore Windows XP to a previous statehttp://support.microsoft.com/kb/306084 Method 1:Step 1:Once you have restored it back you may give exception for the same application in Windows Defender for the onward scans. Follow the steps given below.a) Open Windows Defender by clicking theStart button, clicking All Programs, and then clickingWindows Defender. b) ClickTools, and then click Allowed items.c) Select the item that you do not want to monitor again, and then clickRemove From List. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Step 2:You can also specify the location where these files are stored and given exception in defender.Do not scan these files or locations. Use this option to select any files and folders that you don't want Windows Defender to scan.a) Open Windows Defender by clicking theStart button, clicking All Programs, and then clickingWindows Defender. b) ClickTools, and then click Options. c) UnderAdvanced options, select the check box next to each option that you want to use.d) If you do not want Windows Defender to scan certain areas of your computer, underDo not scan these files or locations, click Add.e) Browse to the files or folders that you do not want to scan, and then clickOK. Repeat this step for each file or folder that you do not want to scan.f) When you have finished selecting advanced options, clickSave. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Hope this information is helpful.Amrita MMicrosoft Answers Support EngineerVisit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.