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what do I do if when I factory reset my computer it delete the file /Windows/system32/winload.efi

what do I do if when I factory reset my computer it delete the file /Windows/system32/winload.efi

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-12-02T23:04:38.51+00:00
Trevor Huebner 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-12-03T04:54:01.1333333+00:00
Randy Baroja 18,665 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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When is Windows 12 gonna be released?

It always seems that Windows 12 might be released in Late 2025 or Early 2026 and 2025 was likely tho even it duz tho yeah

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-19T07:20:31.2266667+00:00
Draymond Louisch Tenoso 5 Reputation points
edited an answer 2025-12-02T21:36:32.7133333+00:00
Neil D 29,975 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

My Home Office 2024 keeps saying Your office 2019 license is not supported with this version of the application

I am upgrading from Home office 2019 for Mac to Home Office 2024 for Mac. After install, all of my MS apps say "Your office 2019 license is not supported with this version of the application." MS support is horrible. I’ve done all the steps…

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-29T17:22:20.6033333+00:00
Mary Takahashi 40 Reputation points
accepted 2025-11-29T18:26:15.7366667+00:00
Mary Takahashi 40 Reputation points
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How to complete log on to Microsoft on a new computer with QR and iphone face I.D.?

New HP computer with Windows 11. Requires sign in to windows account and then QR code to iphone and face ID. Responds with "Whoops something went wrong try again later." Tried for days and delivers the same response. How do I get through?

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-21T21:11:02.79+00:00
Dennis Lamb 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-11-21T21:45:58.2+00:00
Arlene D 22,015 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How do I downgrade to 64 bit windows 10 when originally on a 32 bit version?

I'm currently on Windows 11 and I want to downgrade back to Windows 10 but my laptop was originally on a 32 bit version of Windows 10 and I want to downgrade to a 64 bit version without having to get a new activation key. do I install the 32 bit software…

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-19T22:03:01.07+00:00
Elliot Collis 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-11-19T22:48:36.72+00:00
Igor Leyko 107.6K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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HOW TO FIZ ERROR CODE FOR AN UPDATE problem, same as discussed .

is there a solution to this error code. I have problem on new computer. <Moved from Microsoft system service Center>

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-14T01:56:35.0733333+00:00
SUSAN KERR 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-11-19T09:32:24.22+00:00
Carl-L 3,845 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Is an HP EliteBook 830 G5 i5-8265U a Windows 10 computer?

I buyed a HP EliteBook 830 G5 i5-8265U but i can't able to buy a microssoft 365 Office,cause windows 10 or 11 is required, I need help please * Moved from: Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For education | Windows*

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-14T12:16:05.9+00:00
Brice Michel SONO BABOULOUL 5 Reputation points
commented 2025-11-17T15:58:17.3266667+00:00
Haien-L 6,355 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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how to fix error - 0x80004002 failed to update and install windows

how to fix error - 0x80004002 failed to update and install windows. Moved from: Community Center | Discuss the Q&A site | Get started on Q&A

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-17T02:06:13.3066667+00:00
Anonymous 57 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-11-17T13:26:40.3633333+00:00
Sumit D - IA 150.7K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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instroll proublem

Im using windose 7 but im unable to install some software on it please help me

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-15T16:29:58.15+00:00
Md Mijan 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-11-17T08:44:07.6366667+00:00
Ivan B 86,955 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Windows update toasted Windows.

I turned off my PC like I do every night, and Windows updated. Fried itself. Completely unusable nor recoverable. I'm not asking for help. I'm simply posting here to tell Microsoft that they can GFTS. Stop using AI to update your OS and for the love…

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-14T02:01:30.69+00:00
Zeo 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2025-11-14T02:12:37.7766667+00:00
Damien Pham (WICLOUD CORPORATION) 1,345 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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I want windows 12 in my laptop

I want windows 12 iso I want windows 12 in my laptop Moved from Windows development | Internet Information Services

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-11-08T11:36:15.5733333+00:00
Faizu Deen 0 Reputation points
recommended 2025-11-08T11:57:59.13+00:00
DaveM121 (2) 13,115 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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Password want reset or register new device cause in another account but code recovery on the co.purer

My business went out business but I have my computer set up with bit recovery and can't get off my computer and PII ******@gmail.com pas ord I can't rest threw link or recovery i got ticket number PII removed and need password reset now

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asked 2025-11-03T15:57:39.26+00:00
Stacey Means 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-11-08T07:51:50.68+00:00
Sin-D 5,415 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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How can I get in person tech assistance to0 upload my Office Home subscription?

I purchased a Mac laptop and the Microsoft Office Home subscription. I uploaded the software per the instructions on the redemption card I bought at Costco but am having problems uploading opening the software. How can I get in person tech assistance…

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-31T22:45:29.1533333+00:00
Harold Stewart 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-10-31T22:45:34.9466667+00:00
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how to transfer old lenovo pc to new lenovo pc

My old windows 10 lenovo is ready to transfer my new windows 11 lonovo can't find it - on the same network

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-30T23:39:28.8866667+00:00
Nicole 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2025-10-31T00:50:52.52+00:00
Kayece Jan Mae Amizola 11,800 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How can i update activate my window 11 pro?

I can't activate my PC. the product key is not correct and i don't even know how i can get the correct one to update it. my PC is Dell Latitude E7450, please i need a product key to activate my PC

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-29T13:27:31.29+00:00
Sir. Goodie 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-10-29T14:30:35.8166667+00:00
John Carl Nazario 8,525 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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WHS Connector says my password is incorrect but I know it isn't

When installing the Windows Home Server connector (x64) software on a Windows 7 laptop the installer says the Server password is incorrect but I know 100% it IS correct.

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-29T11:13:42.83+00:00
Mik Thompson 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-10-29T13:48:38.78+00:00
Harold Milan 10,555 Reputation points Independent Advisor
4 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Lenovo Thinkpad E480 Windows 11

Hi,  I checked the lenovo website (https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/thinkpad-edge-laptops/thinkpad-e480-type-20kn-20kq/solutions/ht512623-lenovo-devices-supported-for-windows-11) to see if my thinkpad E480 could update to…

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-27T22:23:13.96+00:00
Thomas Schembri 20 Reputation points
commented 2025-10-28T06:24:44.4166667+00:00
Thomas Schembri 20 Reputation points
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Microsoft Language Pack Issue via SCCM

Hi Team, We have an environment where 2 SCCM Servers are deployed and a WSUS Server is deployed. Recently, the laptops have been upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11 24H2 and after the upgrade, we are unable to download or install any Language Packs.…

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-22T01:51:39.4333333+00:00
Fuad Akif 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-10-26T23:48:39.83+00:00
Fuad Akif 0 Reputation points
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I purchased Home 2024 and when I try to redeem the product key it keeps trying to install Microsoft 365

I am trying to install Microsoft Office Home 2024 on my PC. When I enter the product key it keeps trying to install Microsoft 365.

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-21T01:30:07.9833333+00:00
Phil Carew 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-10-21T02:11:35.78+00:00
Brian Tillman [Outlook MVP 2007-2019] on Movate 22,040 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How do I want to download windows 11?

How do I download Windows 11? I have the product key.

Windows for home | Other | Install and upgrade
asked 2025-10-15T20:38:38.5533333+00:00
Donald Swindle 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-10-15T21:17:53.3+00:00
John DeV 152.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor