Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.
Unexplained Windows or software behavior may be caused by deceptive ...
To resolve this problem, try to identify and remove deceptive software from your computer. To do this, use one or all the following methods. Note Because there are several versions of Microsoft Windows, the following steps may be different on your computer. If they are, see your product documentation to complete these steps.
Windows troubleshooters - Microsoft Support
Get Help has troubleshooters you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, select Run to start that troubleshooter.
Download.Ject Payload Detection and Removal Tool
Microsoft has learned of a Trojan horse program that is named W32/Berbew (variants A-H) that is downloaded after a Microsoft Windows-based client computer is infected with the Download.Ject malware.
Update your Xbox Wireless Controller
Keeping your controller updated with the latest software maximizes your controller's capabilities and compatibility. You can update your controller wirelessly, with a USB connection, or on a PC using the Xbox Accessories app. If you encounter any issues while updating your controller, go to: I can’t update my Xbox controller.
Troubleshoot problems with party audio on Windows - support.xbox.com
If you’re having audio problems with Xbox parties on your Windows device, try the following solutions. Get the Xbox app for Windows. Still having trouble? Report it. Did this resolve the issue? See how to fix Xbox party audio problems on your Windows device.
Icons are changed unexpectedly in Windows - Microsoft Support
Fixes an issue in which icons randomly change to different icons in Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7.
The buttons on my Xbox controller aren’t working
Learn how to fix button problems like joystick drift, button mapping issues, and controls not responding on an Xbox controller.
Codecs in Media Player - Microsoft Support
Windows includes codecs that allow Media Player to play the following formats out of the box: Codec packs add additional codec support to Windows. Apps like Media Player will then be able to play media files encoded in these formats. The following codecs packs are available: Adds support for the MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 video formats.
February 11, 2025—KB5051987 (OS Build 26100.3194)
Running Windows Update Standalone Installer (wusa.exe) with the /uninstall switch on the combined package will not work because the combined package contains the SSU.