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Backup task fails with a time-out error in Windows
Cause. The issue occurs because the VSS encounters a deadlock during the Thaw eventif the Security Account Manager (SAM) has pending writes for the registry.. Resolution. To resolve this issue, we have released a hotfix for Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 R2, and we have released an update rollup for Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 8, or Windows ...
How to earn Microsoft Rewards points - Microsoft Support
Here are some of the ways you can earn Microsoft Rewards points: Search with Bing *. Search the web through the search box on the taskbar on your Windows 10/11 device. Buy stuff from Microsoft Store online (from your mobile device, on Xbox One, in the Microsoft Store app on your Windows 10/11 or Windows 8.1 device, or via the web). For more ...
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
How do I get started with Skype? - Microsoft Support
It's easy to get started with Skype. All you need to do is: Download Skype to your device. Create a free account for Skype.
Install a printer in Windows - Microsoft Support
To install or add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth printer. If your printer is on and connected to the network, Windows should find it easily. Available printers can include all printers on a network, such as Bluetooth and wireless printers or printers that are plugged into another computer and shared on the network. You might need permission ...
Activate Windows - Microsoft Support
Activate Windows using a product key. A product key is a 25-character code, that looks like this: PRODUCT KEY: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX. During installation, you'll be prompted to enter a product key. Or, after installation, to enter the product key, select the Start button, and then select Settings > System > Activation > Update product ...
Find the Recycle Bin - Microsoft Support
Find the Recycle Bin. If your desktop shows no icons at all, right-click (or press and hold) the desktop and select View. If Show desktop icons has no checkmark, click it to add one. If that doesn't work, try this: Select Start > Settings > Personalization > Themes > Desktop icon settings. Make sure the check box for Recycle Bin is checked ...
How to install programs from online sources on Windows 10
Select Save or Save as to download the program. Most antivirus programs like Windows Defender will scan the program for viruses during download.
Download and install or reinstall Microsoft 365 or Office 2021 on a PC ...
From the Microsoft 365 home page select Install apps. Select Install (or depending on your version, Install apps> ). From the home page select Install apps (If you set a different start page, go to aka.ms/office-install .) For Microsoft 365 operated by 21 Vianet go to login.partner.microsoftonline.cn/account.
Applies To: Office 2021, Office 2021 for Mac, Office 2019, Office 2019 for Mac, Microsoft 365 for home, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Admin, Microsoft 365 for Mac, Office 365 Germany - Enterprise, Office 365 Germany - Enterprise admin
FIX: Error message when you try to install a large Windows Installer ...
Important After you follow the previous steps, local administrators can install the .msi package or the .msp package. After the package is installed, reset the enforcement level by following the previous steps. In step 5, click All users instead of All users except local administrators. Notes
How to install programs from a disc on Windows 10
If installation doesn't start automatically, browse the disc to find the program setup file, usually called Setup.exe or Install.exe. Open the file to start installation. Insert the disc into your PC, and then follow the instructions on your screen.