Remove specific prevalent malware with Windows Malicious Software ...
The Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) helps remove malicious software from computers that are running any of the following operating systems: Windows 11. Windows Server 2022. Windows 10. Windows Server 2019. Windows Server 2016. Windows 8.1. Windows Server 2012 R2. Windows Server 2008 R2. Windows 7. Windows Server 2008.
Codecs in Media Player - Microsoft Support
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.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter helps you automatically repair issues when you're blocked from installing or removing programs. It also fixes corrupted registry keys. First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter. Download troubleshooter.
Keep your device running smoothly with recommended troubleshooting ...
To change how recommended troubleshooting is run on your device, go to Start > Settings > System > Troubleshoot . Next, choose from the following options for "Recommended troubleshooter preferences": Run automatically, don't notify me.
Record steps to reproduce a problem - Microsoft Support
To open Steps Recorder, select the Start button, and then select Windows Accessories > Steps Recorder (in Windows 10), or Accessories > Problem Steps Recorder (in Windows 7 or Windows 8.1). Select Start Record. Go through the steps to reproduce the problem you’re trying to diagnose.
Update drivers manually in Windows - Microsoft Support
Update the device driver. In the search box on the taskbar, enter device manager, then select Device Manager. Select a category to see names of devices, then right-click (or press and hold) the one you’d like to update. Select Search automatically for updated driver software. Select Update Driver.
Fix sound or audio problems in Windows - Microsoft Support
1. Check your speaker output. 2. Run the audio troubleshooter. 3. Verify that all Windows Updates are installed. 4. Check your cables, plugs, jacks, volume, speaker, and headphone connections. 5. Check sound settings. 6. Fix your audio drivers. 7. Set your audio device as the default device. 8. Turn off audio enhancements. 9. Restart Audio Services
Description of the Windows Registry Checker Tool (Scanreg.exe)
When you start your computer successfully, the Windows Registry Checker tool (Scanreg.exe) creates a backup of system files and registry configuration information (including user account information, protocol bindings, software program settings, and user preferences) once daily.
Can't open .EXE files in Windows 7 or Windows Vista
To resolve this issue, you can reset the registry settings to their default settings. To do this, follow these steps. Click the Startbutton and type regedit in the Search box. Right-click Regedit.exe in the returned list and click Run as administrator. Browse to the following registry key:
How to use the Regsvr32 tool and troubleshoot Regsvr32 error messages
Regsvr32 is a command-line utility to register and unregister OLE controls, such as DLLs and ActiveX controls in the Windows Registry. Regsvr32.exe is installed in the %systemroot%\System32 folder in Windows XP and later versions of Windows.