Open Device Manager - Microsoft Support
Select Start , enter device manager. Then, select Device Manager from the search results. Was this information helpful?
Defragment / optimize your data drives in Windows
Learn how to use Manage and Optimize Drives to keep your disk and data drives defragmented and at top performance in Windows.
Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC | Xbox Support
Learn how to use the Gaming Services Repair Tool to troubleshoot installation and update issues with Gaming Services on PC.
View the status of your game and app installations
Find out how to check the status of game or app downloads and installations on your Xbox console and Windows device.
Configure Startup applications in Windows | Microsoft Support
Learn how to optimize system performance by managing startup applications in Windows.
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 Start to run that troubleshooter.
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.
Virus and Threat Protection in the Windows Security App
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.
How to use the PC Health Check app | Microsoft Support
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.
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows