Fix Windows Defender Error 0x800704ec: Real-Time Protection - How to Fix Git Refusing to Merge Unrelated Histories-Symlink Causing Docker Build Context Canceled

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Fix Windows Defender Error 0x800704ec: Real-Time Protection - How to Fix Git Refusing to Merge Unrelated Histories-Symlink Causing Docker Build Context Canceled
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.