Let's take a good look at the clues in this example that pretends to be a subscription confirmation to Norton LifeLock. 1. The sender address. The sender's email address is often the first clue that the message is a fake. In this example they haven't even tried to make it look real.

If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.

Enable and disable your touchscreen in Windows. Windows 10. In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, then select Device Manager. Select the arrow next to Human Interface Devices and then select HID-compliant touch screen. (There may be more than one listed.)

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.

For Windows 8.1, see Create a USB recovery drive. To download Windows 11 installation media, see Recovery options in Windows. Create a recovery drive so you can reinstall Windows 10 or Windows 11 in case you experience a major issue such as hardware failure.

Get to know your controller and how to customize it to your gaming style. The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 is compatible with all Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles. Most Xbox accessories are compatible with the controller, including headsets, Play & Charge Kits (Elite only), and chatpads.

The PC Game Pass plan gives you access to a set of high-quality PC games on Windows 10/11 devices. The best way to experience PC Game Pass is in the Xbox app for Windows, available for download from the Microsoft Store or at: Xbox app for Windows.

Learn how to remove malware from your PC. Use Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 or Windows 11 to scan your PC for malware, viruses, or other threats.

You can play Fortnite for free through your web browser without needing an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. All you need to play is a Microsoft account with an Xbox profile, which is free, and a supported, Bluetooth-enabled controller if desired.

In Windows Media Player, you can play audio CDs, data CDs, and data DVDs that contain music or video files (also known as media CDs). You can also play video CDs (VCDs), which are similar to DVDs, although the video quality isn't as high.