Learn how to install the latest version of DirectX to enable games and multimedia applications on your system.

Add a contact from someone's profile card. If you're using Outlook in an organization and you click someone's name or picture in Outlook or other Office apps and services, you might see a profile card with additional information.

Press the Start button , and then enter store into the search bar.; Choose Microsoft Store from the results to open the app.; Select your account in the top-right corner of the screen, and then select Redeem code or gift cards.; Enter the 25-character code, select Next, and then follow the prompts.

Windows devices may get new functionality at different times as Microsoft delivers non-security updates, fixes, improvements, and enhancements via several servicing technologies—including controlled feature rollout (CFR).. Windows will let you know if you need to restart your device to complete an update, and you can choose a time that works best for you to complete that update.

Billing & payments. Your dashboard is also where you can: Buy, renew, or cancel a subscription.

Missed activity emails. In the Missed activity emails section, you’re able to set the frequency of summary emails detailing your missed activity, or turn this feature off.. Chats and channels notifications. Notifications for chats and channels can be managed at a granular level, allowing you to customize your notifications to your personal work style.

A guide to help you identify and access your Microsoft account. How to check if your email is a Microsoft account? Go to the Microsoft account sign-in page at https://account.microsoft.com and enter your email address.

Switch Real-time protection to Off.Note that scheduled scans will continue to run. However, files that are downloaded or installed will not be scanned until the next scheduled scan.

If your printer isn't responding, you may need to remove it and reinstall it so Windows can download and install the proper drivers. Make sure your printer is on and connected to your PC.

If you want to give access to desktop apps, make sure that Let desktop apps access your microphone is turned on.You can't turn off microphone access for individual apps. Others can't hear me. Try the following solutions: