Learn how to update your security processor or TPM firmware to protect Windows 10 and your device from attacks by malicious software.

Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files. When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, some Windows features may stop working correctly or Windows may stop responding altogether.

Learn about the standard terminology that is used to describe Microsoft software updates.

Support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025. 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.

Learn about the terminology that Microsoft uses to describe software updates. Describes an update to Windows 10, version 2004 that enables version 20H2 functionality.

Start your device from the USB drive that was created with Recovery Drive. The process to boot from a USB drive may vary by manufacturer, so refer to your device's manual if needed. Create a recovery drive to reinstall Windows in case you experience a major issue such as hardware failure.

Keeping your Surface up to date helps it perform at its best. In addition to software updates for Windows, it's also important to install hardware updates—these include drivers and firmware.

Use this app to try to recover lost files that have been deleted from your local storage device (including internal drives, external drives, and USB devices) and can’t be restored from the Recycle Bin.

To determine the version of your WinRE image, see the "Methods to verify the WinRE version installed" section. If your running PC does not have a WinRE recovery partition. To verify if you have WinRE enabled, run the following command in an elevated command prompt: reagentc /info.

Microsoft is working on a resolution to prevent this issue and will provide an update in an upcoming release.