Hotmail is now Outlook.com. Learn how to sign in to access your Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account.

There are a number of possible explanations for why verification codes don't always arrive. Read through the list of the most common causes, and see if any of them apply to you, or use our troubleshooter to help guide you.

Describes an update that adds TLS 1.1 and TLS 1.2 to default security protocols in Windows Server 2012, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1.

Check the game’s settings if you want to play only with people using the same device that you’re using. A related feature is Xbox Play Anywhere, which, when you own a game, gives you a choice of where to play—Xbox or a Windows 10/11 device. However, not all Play Anywhere games offer cross play.

Find out how to change your Xbox gamertag through a browser, on your Xbox console, or your Windows device.

When you’re running a game, Game Mode: Prevents Windows Update from performing driver installations and sending restart notifications. Helps achieve a more stable frame rate depending on the specific game and system. To turn Game Mode on or off: Press the Start button , type Settings in the search box, and then select Settings.

How to earn Microsoft Rewards points. It’s easy to rack up Microsoft Rewards points and earn your way toward great rewards like gift cards, movies, games, nonprofit donations, and more. Stay signed in with your Microsoft account and you'll earn points for doing the things you already do.

Follow these steps to change subtitle settings at any time while viewing a video purchased or rented through Movies & TV on your Xbox 360 console: Press the A button to open the video controls. Select CC/Subtitles. Select the desired language and adjust the settings as needed.

To use voice typing, you'll need to be connected to the internet, have a working microphone, and have your cursor in a text box. Once you turn on voice typing, it will start listening automatically. Wait for the "Listening..." alert before you start speaking.

Unlock Achievements based on providing feedback and completing Quests. For more on the Windows Insider program and how you can join, see the Windows Insider site. Learn how to use Feedback Hub to report problems or send suggestions to Microsoft.