After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11. Learn more. Note: Use these steps for Windows programs.

Potentially unwanted app blocking was first introduced in the Windows 10 May 2020 update and is turned off by default for enterprise and consumer customers. Note: Beginning in September of 2021 we will only be blocking cryptomining software as PUA for enterprise customers. How do I configure it?

To check the permission of the file or folder, follow these steps: Right-click the file or folder, and then select Properties. Under Group or User names, click your name to see the permissions you have. (The screen shot for this step is listed below).

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Alternatively, if installation doesn't start automatically, browse the disc to find the program setup file, usually called Setup.exe or Install.exe. Open the file to start installation.

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Open Microsoft Edge and go to edge://apps. Select Details on the card of the application you want to uninstall. Scroll down and choose Uninstall. Confirm if you also want to clear data from the associated origin and select Remove.

Real-time protection is a feature in the Windows Security app that continuously monitors your device for potential threats such as viruses, malware, and spyware. This feature ensures that your device is actively protected by scanning files and programs as they are accessed or executed.

Download the drivers for the desired device from the device manufacturer's site. Make sure to download the correct drivers that match the version and architecture of Windows. Once downloaded, if necessary, uncompress the downloaded drivers. Make a note of where the drivers are located on the Windows device.