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.
MS10-081: Vulnerability in the Windows common control library could ...
Resolves a vulnerability in Windows Explorer that could allow remote code execution if a user visited a specially crafted webpage.
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows. There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled.
An updated resource compiler for the Windows SDK for Windows Server ...
This article describes the updated resource compiler for the Windows software development kit (SDK) for Windows Server 2008 and for the .NET Framework 3.5. This update improves the performance and stability of the Windows SDK.
September 10, 2024—KB5042881 (OS Build 20348.2700)
To turn off the UAC prompt, set the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Installer\DisableLUAInRepair registry value to 1. The changes in this update might affect automatic Windows Installer repairs; see Application Resiliency: Unlock the Hidden Features of Windows Installer.
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.
Update drivers manually in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to update drivers in Windows using Device Manager to update or reinstall a driver.
Enable TPM 2.0 on your PC - Microsoft Support
How to enable TPM. If you need to enable TPM, these settings are managed via the UEFI BIOS (PC firmware) and vary based on your device. You can access these settings by choosing: Settings > Update & Security > Recovery > Restart now. From the next screen, choose Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart to make the changes.
Enable virtualization on Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to enable virtualization through the UEFI (or BIOS) of your PC to run the Windows Subsystem for Android or Windows Subsystem for Linux.
About the Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant
The Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant works by running tests to figure out what's wrong and offers the best solution for the identified problem. It can currently fix Office, Microsoft 365, or Outlook problems.
Applies To: Outlook for Microsoft 365, Office 2024, Office 2021, Office 2019, Office 2016, Microsoft 365 for home, Microsoft 365 admin