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.For this reason, we strongly recommend that you update to the latest version of Windows. Each version of Windows is supported for 18 months.

This article is for people who want to control their PC and author text using their voice with Windows. This article is part of the Accessibility support for Windows content set where you can find more information on Windows accessibility features. For general help, visit Microsoft Support home. To complete the initial set up voice access in Windows, you need an internet connection.

Note: If your version is newer than those listed below, it’s because there may be a delay between when versions start rolling out and when they are updated on this page.

Learn how to use the Activation troubleshooter to resolve common activation issues in Windows.

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.

如果在设置中打开以不同于首选语言编写的页面，Microsoft Edge 将自动提示你翻译它。 转到使用外语编写的网页时，“翻译”图标 显示在地址栏中。 如果某种语言不在“设置”的“首选语言”列表中，则将被视为外语。若要在列表中添加或删除语言，请在 Microsoft Edge 中，转到 “设置”等 > 设置 ...

Cómo abrir la Comprobación de estado del PC. En Windows, usa Buscar en la barra de tareas para buscar Comprobación de estado del PC y luego selecciónala en la lista de resultados.. Si hay una actualización de comprobación de estado del equipo disponible, puedes instalarla rápidamente para la versión más reciente.

Step 2: Sign out of Link to Windows on your Android and Surface Duo devices. Start by checking which mobile app your Android device has. Refer to this list to see if your device supports Link to Windows (pre-installed).

If your account has been hacked, use our sign-in helper tool below to help guide you to the right solutions. The tool will ask for your email address or phone number, and either show appropriate self-help, or offer the chance to talk to an agent.

Select the View tab and, in Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives and OK.