Summary. Windows includes a tool called Microsoft System Information (Msinfo32.exe). This tool gathers information about your computer and displays a comprehensive view of your hardware, system components, and software environment, which you can use to diagnose computer issues.

Learn how to locate and manage your app permissions on Windows devices. Some apps or games need specific permissions to work properly.

Learn how to access and manage your Windows sign in options. Use a password, Windows Hello, or a security key to unlock your device.

Use OneDrive as a cloud backup to share your files and folders with others. Learn how to control permissions, allow editing, or set expiration dates.

Learn how to turn on device encryption, or standard BitLocker encryption in Windows.

In Windows 11, apps don't automatically get added to your desktop. Learn how to pin apps to your desktop or taskbar in Windows 11 or Windows 10.

Learn how to troubleshoot when the camera is not working in Windows or you see errors 0xA00F4244 or 0x200F4244.

Learn why it's important to have a backup, and how Windows Backup can help you keep your files and settings safe.

Learn how to use Remote Desktop in Windows. On your Windows, Android, or iOS device: Open the Remote Desktop app (available for free from Microsoft Store, Google Play, and the Mac App Store), and add the name of the PC that you want to connect to (from Step 1). Select the remote PC name that you added, and then wait for the connection to complete.

Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features to change whether you're shown app recommendations when trying to install apps from outside the Store.