Follow these steps to automatically diagnose and repair Windows security problems by turning on UAC, DEP protection, Windows Firewall, and other Windows security options and features.

Connecting to the internet when you’re setting up your Windows 10 or 11 PC ensures you get the latest features and security updates. You’ll need an internet connection to finish setting up a device running Windows 10 Home or Windows 11 Home / Pro.

Is it available on my device? BitLocker encryption is available on supported devices running Windows 10 or 11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education. On supported devices running Windows 10 or newer BitLocker will automatically be turned on the first time you sign into a personal Microsoft account (such as @outlook.com or @hotmail.com) or your work or school account.

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:

Make sure you have the latest updates on your Windows device. Press the Start button , then choose Settings.Go to Update & security (Windows Update on Windows 11), then select Check for updates.; Check your Game Bar settings. Press the Start button , then choose Settings.Go to Gaming > Game bar, then turn on Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game bar.

How does multifactor authentication work? Let's say you're going to sign into your Microsoft account or work or school account, and you enter your username and password.If that's all you need then anybody who knows your username and password can sign in as you from anywhere in the world!

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Issues that are fixed in this update. The following issues are fixed for .NET Framework 4.7.2. SQL Server (SQL) Fixes an issue in which the .NET Framework API SqlConnection.ConnectionString property is used to set a null or empty connection string. In this situation, a Null Reference Exception (NRE) occurs when you use the API together with .NET Framework 4.7.2.

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.

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