Find help and how-to articles for Windows operating systems. Get support for Windows and learn about installation, updates, privacy, security and more.

Learn how to create installation media for installing or reinstalling Windows.

Learn how to check for the latest Windows Updates and install them to keep your device running smoothly and securely.

Learn how to activate Windows using a product key or digital license, check your activation status, and link your Microsoft account.

Oct 14, 2025 · The installation media for Windows is a versatile tool that serves multiple purposes, including in-place installations for recovery and new installations. This media, typically created on a …

Driver updates for most hardware devices in Windows are automatically downloaded and installed through Windows Update. Windows Update updates drivers for various hardware including network …

Oct 14, 2025 · If hardware was changed on a Windows device in order to upgrade to Windows 11 and the system is not recognizing the change in a timely manner, this article explains how to initiate the …

The device is running a currently supported version of Windows 10. If the device isn't currently running a supported version of Windows 10, upgrade to a supported version of Windows 10. The device meets …

Learn how to back up and restore apps, settings, files, photos, and Microsoft Edge favorites and preferences on your Windows PC using Windows Backup.

Jun 15, 2024 · Updates for Windows 11, version 24H2 Windows 11 is a service, which means it gets better through periodic feature updates. We take a phased and measured approach to rolling out …