On the We need to verify your identity screen, select the security contact method (email address or phone number) where you want us to send your code. Select the option listed to open a dropdown list of all options you have set up on your account. Follow the instructions for completing the contact email address or phone number and select Send code. ...

If your screen only has a Mini DisplayPort, you can set up the following connections—connect a USB-C to HDMI adapter to an HDMI cable then to an HDMI to Mini DisplayPort and then to your external screen. Keep in mind that the more adapters used, the more degraded the signal may get.

Creating a passkey. To create a passkey for your Microsoft account, follow these steps on the device for which you’d like to create a passkey:

Select the Start button, then go to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen, and select Screen saver settings.In the Screen Saver Settings window, choose a screen saver from the drop-down list. Change your screen saver settings

Try it! Universal search. Select Search on the taskbar or press Windows logo key + S, then type what you want to find.You'll get personalized search results for people, email, and files in local and shared sites, or from the web. Desktop groups

Summary. This update automatically applies Safe OS Dynamic Update to the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) on a running PC to address a security vulnerability that could allow attackers to bypass BitLocker encryption by using WinRE.For more information, see CVE-2024-20666.

In the search box on the taskbar, type Manage BitLocker and then select it from the list of results. Or, select the Start button, and then under Windows System, select Control Panel.In Control Panel, select System and Security, and then under BitLocker Drive Encryption, select Manage BitLocker. Note: You'll only see this option if BitLocker is available for your device.

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To increase security and performance, Windows 11 in S mode only runs apps from the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that isn't available in the Microsoft Store, or if you have Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education and want to upgrade to Windows 11, you'll need to permanently switch out of S mode.

Receive photos, videos, or other kinds of files that you or a friend shares from another device, such as a phone, laptop, or tablet. On your PC, select Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Learn how to pair.