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Turn on device encryption - Microsoft Support
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.
Language packs for Windows - Microsoft Support
The easiest way to get language packs for Windows 8.1 and Windows RT is to download and install them using the Language Control Panel. Download and install additional languages to view menus, dialog boxes, and other user interface items in your preferred language.
Find where your browser is saving downloads - Microsoft Support
To see where your browser is saving downloads, look in your browser's settings. For example, in the new Microsoft Edge , select Settings and more > Settings > Downloads .The file path for your downloaded files (for example, C:\Users\[your name]\Downloads) is listed under Location.. In Microsoft Edge Legacy , select Settings and more > Settings .
Change the size of text in Windows - Microsoft Support
Here's how to change the size of text, images, and apps in Windows. To change your display in Windows, select Start > Settings > Accessibility > Text size.To make only the text on your screen larger, adjust the slider next to Text size.To make everything larger, including images and apps, select Display , and then choose an option from the drop-down menu next to Scale.
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.
Check your device performance and health in Windows Security
The Health report starts off by showing you the last time a Device Health scan was run. The time displayed should be basically the current time, as Windows Security tries to run a Device Health scan when you open the Device performance & health page.. Beyond the time of last scan you'll see the status of the key areas that Device Health monitors:
Get updates for apps and games in Microsoft Store
Learn more. Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store. Manage your purchases from the Microsoft Store. Need more help? Contact Support. For technical support, go to Contact Microsoft Support, enter your problem and select Get Help.If you still need help, select Contact Support to be routed to the best support option.
Getting started with Microsoft Defender - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender is a security app that helps people and families stay safer online with malware protection, web protection, real-time security notifications, and security tips.Microsoft Defender is included in a Microsoft 365 Family or Personal subscription and works on your phone (Android or iOS), PC, and Mac.
Applies To: Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on iOS, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows, Microsoft Defender Online
Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC | Xbox Support
If you are having issues installing or updating Gaming Services on your PC, or if you are noticing that the Xbox app for PC is launching with missing content, you may want to download and run the Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.
Find and lock a lost Windows device - Microsoft Support
Turn on Find my device. When you set up a new device, you can decide whether to turn on or turn off the Find my device setting. If you turned it off during setup and now want to turn it on, make sure your Windows device is connected to the internet, has enough battery power so it can send its location, and that you're signed in to the device using your Microsoft account.
Applies To: Microsoft account dashboard