Activate Windows - Microsoft Support
To check activation status in Windows 11, select the Start button, and then select Settings > System and then select Activation .. Your activation status will be listed next to Activation.. Check activation status in Settings. You'll see one of these activation status messages on the Activation page:
Update Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to update Windows to ensure your device operates smoothly and securely with the latest features.
Upgrade Windows Home to Windows Pro - Microsoft Support
Important: The following steps apply only to devices currently running an activated copy of Windows 11 Home.If you’re not activated, we recommend you activate Windows 11 Home first. For more info, see Activate Windows.
Activate Office - Microsoft Support
If this screen appears, Microsoft 365 is installed as a one-year subscription or one-time purchase. A digital product key is transmitted to your PC, so you won't need or receive a printed product key.
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Start your PC in safe mode in Windows - Microsoft Support
Safe mode starts Windows in a basic state, using a limited set of files and drivers. If a problem doesn't happen in safe mode, this means that default settings and basic device drivers aren't causing the issue.
Mouse and Keyboard Center download - Microsoft Support
The Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center is an app that helps you make the most out of your Microsoft keyboard and mouse. Mouse and Keyboard Center helps you personalize and customize how you work on your PC.
Open Control Panel in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to access the Control Panel in Windows for managing your system settings and programs.
Open the Camera in Windows - Microsoft Support
How to open the Camera app in Windows. To open up your webcam or camera, select the Start button, then select All apps, and then select Camera in the list of apps. If you have multiple cameras, you can switch between them by selecting Change Camera at the top right once the Camera app is opened.. Open Camera
Change or reset your PIN - Microsoft Support
If you forgot your PIN and need to reset it, you can do so from the Windows sign-in screen. Look below the PIN text box: If you see I forgot my PIN , select it and follow the instructions to reset your PIN.If there are multiple accounts on the device, choose the one you need to reset.