Describes methods to prevent users from connecting to a USB storage device that is connected to a Windows XP-based, Windows Server 2003-based, or Windows 2000-based computer.

This article introduces an update that installs version 1.9 of the WinUSB driver file and of the WinUSB library file on Windows operating systems. Windows USB (WinUSB) is a generic driver for USB devices that was developed at the same time as Windows Driver Foundation (WDF) for Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).

This update includes a fix for an incorrect device driver (“Microsoft – WPD – 2/22/2016 12:00:00 AM - 5.2.5326.4762”) that was released by a third-party on March 8, 2017 that affected a small group of users with USB connected phones or other media devices that rely on Media Transfer Protocol (MTP).

You can use installation media (a USB flash drive or DVD) to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software download website, where you'll find step-by-step instructions.

Find out how to set up and use the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows, including how to connect the adapter to your Windows device and pair your controller to the adapter.

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.

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.

About this update. This update adds support for USB Type-C billboard. This update also fixes an issue in which a Kingston thumb drive keeps enumerating indefinitely when it's inserted into the right ports on an HP ProBook device. How to get this update. Method 1: Windows Update. This update is provided as a Recommended update on Windows Update.

Describes how to troubleshoot problems that occur when you install, uninstall, or upgrade a program on a Windows-based computer by using Windows Installer.

Blue Screen errors (also called bug checks, STOP code errors, kernel errors, or BSOD errors) can occur if a serious problem causes Windows to shut down or restart unexpectedly to protect itself from data loss.