Let's take a good look at the clues in this example that pretends to be a subscription confirmation to Norton LifeLock. 1. The sender address. The sender's email address is often the first clue that the message is a fake. In this example they haven't even tried to make it look real.

Getting ready for the Windows 11 upgrade. How to check if your device meets Windows 11 system requirements after changing device hardware. Learn how to use the PC Health Check app to help you improve your device performance.

If you receive a phone call claiming to be from Microsoft, or see a pop-up window on your PC with a fake warning message and a phone number to call and get your “issue” fixed, it’s better to be safe and not click any links or provide any personal information.

How to redeem a code on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Press the Xbox button to open the guide, and then select Store. Press the View button to open the side menu, and then select Redeem. Enter the 25-character code, select Next, and then follow the prompts.

I’m getting an error message or error code when I try to make a purchase. There are different error codes or error messages that you may receive when you’re trying to make a purchase from the Microsoft Store. For more help with your specific error, go to: Xbox payment error messages and codes.

You'll receive a notification about your enforcement action when you try to sign in to the Xbox network on your console. This message displays the type of enforcement action that was issued as well as how long the action will last.

If you haven't already set up messages, do the following: On your PC, in the Phone Link, select Messages. To start a new conversation, select New message. Enter the name or phone number of a contact. Select the person you want to send a message to. A new message thread opens for you to begin with.

Use these privacy settings to choose how others see your Xbox profile, who can communicate with you, and how they can interact with your content. Press the Xbox button to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings > Account > Privacy & online safety > Xbox privacy.

Learn how to add user accounts in Windows 10 and Windows 11. With an account, each person has separate files, browser favorites, and a private desktop.

Try launching and playing another game on your Xbox or Windows device. If the issue only occurs with a specific game, try reinstalling the game to your device. For more info on how to do so, go to: How to install games and apps on an Xbox console. How to install or uninstall a PC game.