Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth Important: When you run this command, DISM uses Windows Update to provide the files that are required to fix corruptions. However, if your Windows Update client is already broken, use a running Windows installation as the repair source, or use a Windows side-by-side folder from a network share or ...
Update drivers manually in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to update drivers in Windows using Device Manager to update or reinstall a driver.
KB5043950: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint known issue
Important Defender for Endpoint has been removed from the base image for Windows 11, version 24H2 and needs to be manually installed whenever a device goes from Home to Pro. Use the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) command-line tool to install the Windows Sense Client from an elevated command prompt. See the command below.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter. Download troubleshooter. If you see the File Download box when you start downloading, select Run or Open. The troubleshooter provides steps for you to follow. If a program isn't listed in the uninstall options, you'll be asked for that program's product code.
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. In the File Download dialog box, click Run or Open, and then follow the steps in the Windows Security Troubleshooter.
BitLocker Drive Encryption - Microsoft Support
BitLocker Drive Encryption allows you to manually encrypt a specific drive or drives on a device running Windows Pro, Enterprise, or Education edition. For devices managed by an organization, BitLocker Drive Encryption is usually managed by the IT department, as encryption might be required by organizational policies.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter. Download troubleshooter. If you see the File Download box when you start downloading, select Run or Open. The troubleshooter provides steps for you to follow. If a program isn't listed in the uninstall options, you'll be asked for that program's product code.
Find your notifications and quick settings / actions - Microsoft Support
Find app notifications from the taskbar in Windows 11, and in Windows 10, use quick actions to change settings quickly as well.
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
Learn how to protect yourself and how Microsoft Defender is helping to prevent fraud. See: National Public Data breach: What you need to know. You can start a scan for malware any time you like. Note: Microsoft Defender currently offers anti-malware on Windows, Android, and macOS. From the Microsoft Defender dashboard.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
Open Device Manager - Microsoft Support
In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, then select Device Manager from the menu. Was this information helpful?