The easiest way to see if a device meets the requirements for Windows 11 after making hardware changes to the device is with the PC Health Check app: Download and install the PC Health Check app. The PC Health Check app can be downloaded from the following link: Right-click on the Start menu and select Search.

Learn how to remove malware from your PC. Use Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 or Windows 11 to scan your PC for malware, viruses, or other threats.

Once the Windows 11 upgrade is tested and validated for your specific PC, Windows Update indicates that it's ready for installation. To check if Windows 11 is ready for your device: Right-click the Start menu. Select Settings. In the Windows Settings window that opens, select Update & Security.

If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.

Change from a 32-bit version to a 64-bit version or vice versa. Activate Windows. Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows. Learn how to install, reinstall, or activate Microsoft 365 or Office 2019 on a PC or Mac.

Help for admins of small businesses. Contact Microsoft Support. Find solutions to common problems, or get help from a support agent.

In Windows 10, OneDrive is the default save location for your files and documents. This means new documents or files are automatically saved to OneDrive unless you opt to save them to a different location on your PC. Learn more about how files save to OneDrive by default in Windows 10 or 11.

If you get an error code while downloading and installing Windows updates, the Update Troubleshooter can help resolve the problem. Select Start > Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters. Next, under Most frequent, select Windows Update > Run.

Training: Watch and learn how to use Word in Windows. Explore Microsoft Word training guides, articles, and how-to videos.

Find solutions to common problems or get help from a support agent. 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.