Windows Defender Real-Time Protection Keeps Turning Off: Fixes - Fix Firefox Secure Connection Failed Error Due to Antivirus-How to Refresh Git Cache After .gitignore Update in VS Code

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Windows Defender Real-Time Protection Keeps Turning Off: Fixes - Fix Firefox Secure Connection Failed Error Due to Antivirus-How to Refresh Git Cache After .gitignore Update in VS Code
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.