Most software that you buy directly from Microsoft, like Office, Windows, and Xbox games, comes as a digital download that you can download, install, or reinstall.

That verification method isn’t working right now: Sometimes the block may be tied to the verification method you are using.Try using another verification method connected to your account. For example, if you are using SMS to verify yourself and are hitting a block, try using an alternate email that is connected to the account to receive your authorization code.

Why accounts are locked and disabled. Microsoft accounts are usually locked if the account holder has violated our Microsoft Services Agreement.Here are some common reasons why accounts are locked, though not all account locks occur for these reasons:

Contact Microsoft Support. What's new. Surface Pro; Surface Laptop; Surface Laptop Studio 2

Deinstallieren über das Startmenü. Wählen Sie "Start " > "Alle Apps" aus, und suchen Sie in der angezeigten Liste nach der App.

Microsoft's products and services work best if you use the same language and region across all your devices, and in all of your app and Store settings.

To increase security and performance, Windows 11 in S mode only runs apps from the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that isn't available in the Microsoft Store, or if you have Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education and want to upgrade to Windows 11, you'll need to permanently switch out of S mode.

If either of the categories above apply to you, use the following procedures to update your browser: Update once. In the browser, go to Settings and more > Help and feedback > About Microsoft Edge (edge://settings/help).. If the About page shows Microsoft Edge is up to date., you don't need to do anything.

Lithium-ion batteries wear out over time, which can result in a battery not holding a charge for as long as it did when it was new. Keeping the battery charged to 100% all the time can cause it to deteriorate faster.

Tip: If you're a Microsoft 365 Family or Personal subscriber you get Microsoft Defender, our advanced security software for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, as part of your subscription.Learn more at Getting started with Microsoft Defender.