When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, some Windows features may stop working correctly or Windows may stop responding altogether. If this happens, you can use the Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool (DISM) and the System File Checker tool (SFC) to scan your system files and restore any corrupted or missing files.

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. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.

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

You can update your controller wirelessly, with a USB connection, or on a PC using the Xbox Accessories app. If you encounter any issues while updating your controller, go to: I can’t update my Xbox controller. Did this resolve the issue? Find out how to keep your Xbox Wireless Controller up to date.

PC Health Check app brings you up to date info on your Windows device health, helping you take action to improve your device performance and troubleshoot performance problems. It is periodically updated based on customer feedback to help you make the most of your Windows PC. How to open PC Health Check.

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

Download and create a factory recovery image for your Surface. A recovery drive lets you reset your Surface to its factory settings and can help you troubleshoot and fix problems with your Surface device. Windows comes with a built-in tool to create a USB recovery drive. You'll need to provide an external USB drive that:

Installation media, such as a USB flash drive, can be used to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation of Windows, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software download website, where step-by-step instructions can be found.

For more information, see Restore deleted items from the site collection recycle bin. If you don't find the item in the Recycle Bin, go on to step 4. If you're using the OneDrive sync client, check whether there's a copy of the file or folder on your local computer.

Customers can temporarily resolve the issue by updating permissions (ACLs) on the affected directories. Follow these steps: Open PowerShell as an Administrator. Update the permissions for C:\ProgramData\ssh and C:\ProgramData\ssh\logs to allow full control for SYSTEM and the Administrators group, while allowing read access for Authenticated Users.