Manage background activity for apps in Windows
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.
How do I sign in to Skype? - Microsoft Support
Note : Once you've signed in, Skype will remember your sign in information when you close Skype or sign out and choose to remember your account settings. If you don't have a Skype or Microsoft account: Visit Skype.com from your browser and download Skype.
Find your notifications - Microsoft Support
Windows 10 puts notifications and quick actions in Action Center—right on the taskbar—where you can get to them instantly. Select Action Center on the taskbar to open it. (You can also swipe in from the right edge of your screen, or press Windows logo key + A.). Notifications at a glance
Xbox Status | Xbox Support
Check the Xbox services, games, and apps for any service outages.
Choose language settings for your keyboard, websites, and apps
Select Add a keyboard and choose the keyboard you want to add. If you don't see the keyboard you want, you may have to add a new language to get additional options. If this is the case, go on to step 4.
Change the refresh rate on your monitor in Windows
Battery Life: Lowering your refresh rate can save battery power by reducing the amount of energy your display consumes.This can be useful when you are using a laptop or tablet and want to extend your battery life.
What's imported to Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
Select this option to import Internet Explorer Browsing History into Microsoft Edge. Because the Top sites shown in the New tab page are generated based on the browsing history in Microsoft Edge, you may see the Top sites change based on the imported history data.
Windows 11 and Secure Boot - Microsoft Support
Learn how to change settings to enable Secure Boot if you are not able to upgrade to Windows 11 because your PC is not currently Secure Boot capable.
Manage website notifications in Microsoft Edge
Website notifications appear in the lower right corner of your screen and are also displayed in the Notification Center.When notifications are turned on for a website, they will still appear even if Microsoft Edge is closed.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard
Pin an app to the taskbar - Microsoft Support
From the Start menu or apps list, press and hold (or right-click) an app, then, if available, select Pin to taskbar .