For more information see How to back up and restore the registry in Windows. There are two ways to open Registry Editor in Windows 10: In the search box on the taskbar, type regedit, then select Registry Editor (Desktop app) from the results. Right-click Start , then select Run. Type regedit in the Open: box, and then select OK.

To play a CD or DVD. Insert the disc you want to play into the drive. Typically, the disc will start playing automatically. If it doesn't play, or if you want to play a disc that is already inserted, open Windows Media Player, and then, in the Player Library, select the disc name in the navigation pane. If you inserted a DVD, select a DVD title ...

Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security and then Virus & threat protection > Manage settings. (In early versions of Windows 10, select Virus & threat protection > Virus & threat protection settings .) Open Windows Security settings. Switch the Real-time protection setting to Off and choose Yes to verify.

Note: As of March 2024, Microsoft will no longer support Authenticator App versions greater than one year old.If your application has not been updated in over one year, after March 2024 your app may still continue to operate without issue, but Microsoft will no longer continue maintenance or support of those app versions.

Restart your computer. When you see the computer's manufacturer's logo, repeatedly press the F8 key. When you are prompted, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking, and then press Enter. Tip: Safe Mode starts Windows with only the minimum number of drivers and services necessary for operation.

Here’s how to get started: Go to Office.com. Click PowerPoint. Create a new, blank presentation, start with a template, or open an existing file. When you start with a new, blank presentation, PowerPoint automatically saves it to OneDrive with a default name, such as Presentation 1. To rename your presentation, do the following:

Here are a few tips to help you use WordPad: To open and save files, select File, then select New to create a new document, Open to work with an existing document, or Save to save your document. (If your document doesn't have a name, WordPad will ask you to provide one.) To learn how to set a document type to open a different app, see Change ...

Windows Security provides built-in security options to help protect your device from malicious software attacks. To access the features described below, tap the Windows Start button, type windows security, select it from the results, and then select Device security. Notes: What you actually see on the Device security page may vary depending ...

On your PC, press the Start button , then choose Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices (on Windows 11: Settings > Bluetooth & devices). Turn on Bluetooth. Select Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth (on Windows 11: Add device). Your PC will begin searching for your controller.

Possible causes. Use the charger and cable included with your PC. Make sure you're connecting your charger to the USB-C charging port on your PC. Use a can of compressed air to clean the USB-C port on your PC. The charger isn’t compatible with your PC. The charger isn’t powerful enough to charge your PC.