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Change privacy settings in Windows - Microsoft Support
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How to add an account in OneDrive - Microsoft Support
To add another account to OneDrive on your computer. If you already have a personal OneDrive account set up, you can only add work or school accounts.
Applies To:
OneDrive (work or school), OneDrive (home or personal), OneDrive for Mac, OneDrive for Windows
How to open Registry Editor in Windows 10 - Microsoft Support
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.
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
Microsoft Edge, browsing data, and privacy - Microsoft Support
The new Microsoft Edge helps you browse, search, shop online, and more. Like all modern browsers, Microsoft Edge lets you collect and store specific data on your device, like cookies, and lets you send information to us, like browsing history, to make the experience as rich, fast, and personal as possible.
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.
Phone Link help & learning
Introducing Microsoft Phone Link Our evolution of the former Your Phone app brings a new name to the user experience. With the new Phone Link on your Windows PC and the new Link to Windows app on your Android device, accessing your mobile apps and content has never been easier!
Recovery options in Windows - Microsoft Support
Info for Windows Insiders. If you’re an Insider and the current preview build isn’t working for you, select Start > Settings > System > Recovery .Next to Go back , select Go back.This won’t remove your personal files, but it’ll remove recently installed apps and drivers, and change settings back to their defaults.
Solve PC problems over a remote connection - Microsoft Support
Use the Windows Quick Assist app to get help with a computer problem from family or friends or help them out. Quick Assist uses a remote connection, so remember to only use it with people you trust, since they can see your computer screen or control your PC (if you allow it).