Learn how to update drivers in Windows using Device Manager to update or reinstall a driver.

The Microsoft Defender Offline scan will automatically detect and remove or quarantine malware. 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.

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In the search box on the Windows taskbar, type and then select Task Manager. Select More details. In the list of running processes, select the Broadcast bar server (bcastdvr.exe) process (if it's still there), and then select End task. Restart your game and try recording again.

Open capture settings. To open Game Bar settings, press the Windows logo key + G, and then select Settings and Capturing. Game Bar has some settings that are also in Windows Settings—changing a setting in either location will affect the setting in the other.

The Gaming Services Repair Tool can often resolve launch, install, update, or various other issues for both games and the Xbox app itself. You can use this tool from within the Xbox app or try the downloadable version. For more info on how to run this tool, visit: Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

Codecs in Media Player. Windows 11 Windows 10. Codecs allow you to play different formats of audio and video files. Media Player supports a wide variety of codecs. Most are included out of the box; some additional codecs can be installed from the Microsoft Store.

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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.

Windows Security Update. This update provides latest updates for Windows Security platform, which is comprised of the Windows Security app and its underlying service. To obtain the current version of Windows Security app, please run powershell command below: Get-AppPackage Microsoft.SecHealthUI.