Manage background activity for apps in Windows
On the settings page for that app, change the setting for Let this app run in the background.Here’s a summary of each option: Always.The app is always allowed to run in the background—receive info, send notifications, and stay up to date—even when you’re not actively using it.
How to go passwordless with your Microsoft account
Going passwordless refers to removing your password and using a passwordless method to sign in instead. Passwordless solutions such as Windows Hello, the Microsoft Authenticator app, SMS or Email codes, and physical security keys provide a more secure and convenient sign-in method. While passwords can be guessed, stolen, or phished, only you can provide fingerprint authentication, or provide ...
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Microsoft account security info & verification codes
Important: You don't need to remove old security information unless there is an account security risk (e.g. someone else has access to your old mailbox).
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Faster and more secure Wi-Fi in Windows - Microsoft Support
Tip: You can also check to see what your network adapter supports by opening the Command Prompt (or Terminal), and then typing the command netsh wlan show drivers.Look next to Radio types supported and see if it includes 802.11be (for Wi-Fi 7) or 802.11ax (for Wi-Fi 6/6e) and look under Authentication and cipher supported in infrastructure mode and see if it includes WPA3 Personal and WPA3 ...
KB5003791: Update to Windows 10, version 21H2 by using an enablement ...
Summary. Windows 10, versions 2004, 20H2, 21H1, and 21H2 share a common core operating system with an identical set of system files. Therefore, the new features in Windows 10, version 21H2 are included in the latest monthly quality update for Windows 10, version 2004, 20H2, and 21H1, but are in an inactive and dormant state.
Save or forget passwords in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
Note: The Automatically save passwords setting has been retired with Microsoft Edge version 124 and later. Instead, Edge will offer to save your passwords each time you enter new credentials in the Edge browser. All your previously autosaved passwords will continue to be available for a seamless login.
How do I upgrade Office? - Microsoft Support
Microsoft 365 Family or Personal. If you have a Microsoft 365 Family or Microsoft 365 Personal subscription, you already have the most current version of Office at no additional cost and should already receive the latest features to your Office apps.See What’s new in Microsoft 365 to learn more about the newest features.. If you don’t see these features, you may not have received the ...
Applies To: Excel for Microsoft 365, Word for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, Access for Microsoft 365, OneNote for Microsoft 365, Project Online Desktop Client, Publisher for Microsoft 365, Visio Plan 2, Excel for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Outlook for Microsoft 365 for Mac, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Excel 2016, Word 2016, Outlook 2016, PowerPoint 2016, Access 2016, OneNote 2016, Project Professional 2016, Project Standard 2016, Publisher 2016, Visio Professional 2016, Visio Standard 2016, Office 2016, Excel 2016 for Mac, Word 2016 for Mac, Outlook 2016 for Mac, PowerPoint 2016 for Mac, OneNote 2016 for Mac, Office 2016 for Mac, Excel 2013, Word 2013, Outlook 2013, PowerPoint 2013, Access 2013, OneNote 2013, Visio Professional 2013, Visio 2013, Office 2013, Microsoft 365 for home, Office for business, Office 365 Small Business, Microsoft 365 admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Small Business Admin, Office 365 operated by 21Vianet - Admin, Project Online, Microsoft 365 for Mac, Office 365 Germany - Enterprise, Office 365 Germany - Enterprise admin
Product activation for Windows – online & support telephone numbers
To activate Windows 10 using an internet connection: As Windows 10 will automatically activate if you are connected to the internet, you can confirm your activation status by selecting Start > Settings > Update & Security > Activation and looking under Windows.. If online activation fails, first try the activation troubleshooting in Activate Windows 10.
KB4023057: Update Health Tools—Windows Update Service components
Important: If your device is out of support, it is no longer receiving security updates from Microsoft and may become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses.Therefore, we strongly recommend that you update to the latest version of Windows. Each version of Windows is supported for 18 months.
Manage website notifications in Microsoft Edge
Website notifications appear in the lower right corner of your screen and are also displayed in the Notification Center.When notifications are turned on for a website, they will still appear even if Microsoft Edge is closed.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard