Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
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. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter helps you automatically repair issues when you're blocked from installing or removing programs. It also fixes corrupted registry keys. First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter.
How to use the PC Health Check app - Microsoft Support
How to open PC Health Check. In Windows, use Search on the taskbar to search for PC Health Check, then select it from the list of results. If a PC Health Check update is available, you can quickly install it for the latest version.
Remove malware from your Windows PC - Microsoft Support
Learn how to remove malware from your PC. Use Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 or Windows 11 to scan your PC for malware, viruses, or other threats.
Applies To:
OneDrive (home or personal), OneDrive for Windows
Request a refund for digital games | Xbox Support
Find out how to submit a request for a refund for a purchase of digital Xbox content.
KB5043950: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint known issue
Applies To. Symptom. New Windows 11, version 24H2 devices that are intended to be onboarded to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint might require customers to enable the prerequisite feature. This affects all supported architectures.
Automatically fix Windows security issues - Microsoft Support
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. Select the Download button on this page.
Windows 11, version 24H2 update history - Microsoft Support
We recommend you install the latest update for your device as it contains important improvements and issue resolutions, including this one. After a fresh install or an In-place upgrade to Windows 11, version 24H2, you might face issues with connecting via DirectAccess.
KB5042562: Guidance for blocking rollback of Virtualization-based ...
Rollback of these binaries might allow an attacker to circumvent VBS security features and exfiltrate data that is protected by VBS. This issue is described in CVE-2024-21302 | Windows Secure Kernel Mode Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.