Find out how to use Game Bar to capture game play, chat with friends, track achievements, and more.

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:

Important: You don't need to remove old security information unless there is an account security risk (e.g. someone else has access to your old mailbox).

Use the Windows Quick Assist app to get help with a computer problem from family or friends or help them out. Quick Assist uses a remote connection, so remember to only use it with people you trust, since they can see your computer screen or control your PC (if you allow it).

Wenn Sie derzeit Windows 10 verwenden, bietet PC Health Check eine umfassende Eignungsprüfung für Ihr Gerät, um sicherzustellen, dass es die Mindestsystemanforderungen von Windows 11 erfüllt. Sie erhalten Informationen dazu, warum Ihr Gerät geeignet oder nicht geeignet ist, sowie Informationen dazu, was Sie tun können, wenn Ihr Gerät die Anforderungen nicht erfüllt.

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Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8.1 is a highly compatible and in-place update to .NET Framework 4.8. It includes native support for the Arm64 architecture (Windows 11+), accessibility improvements as well as other improvements.

There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled.

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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.