Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings. (If you're using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, click Settings, and then click Change PC settings.)

Important: Before trying any of the solutions below, make sure you back up your personal files. You can back up your Windows PC, or insert a USB drive and use File Explorer to drag and copy important files to the USB drive.If you’re signing into Windows with a Microsoft account, your system settings will be automatically restored after updating, once you’re connected to the internet.

The tool may make one or more changes to the installed version of .NET Framework. For example, it may correct the state of Windows Installer on the computer, reset the discretionary access control lists (DACLs) on certain folders, or resolve issues that are related to an invalid or corrupted update registration.

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).

This troubleshooter assists customers whose machines are not yet updated to the latest release, Windows 10 Version 1607. This update will initially be released only to a small set of targeted customers. This set will expand over time. Windows users can start the assistant from this article.

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

Download Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Launcher, or Link to Windows from the Google Play Store and sign in with your Microsoft account.

In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, then select Device Manager from the menu.

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.

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