Windows Defender for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 8, and Windows RT provides built-in protection against malware. You can't use Microsoft Security Essentials, but you don't need to—Windows Defender
is already included and ready to go.
But if you’re looking to protect a PC with an older version of Windows, you can use Microsoft Security Essentials to help guard against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. It provides real-time protection for your home or small business PCs.
Minimum system requirements for running MicrosoftSecurity Essentials
Microsoft Security Essentials is free* and easy to download and use. Here's what you need to run it:
Operating System: Windows Vista (Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2),
Windows 7