Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Windows
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
20,715 questions
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Install Microsoft 365
I recently bought a computer along with MS 365. How do I install 365?
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | For home | Windows
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2026-10-18T14:10:47.9233333+00:00
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Greg Thompson
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2026-10-18T19:04:26.91+00:00
Stefan Blom
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Stuck in Windows Hello PIN setup loop after trying to fix Microsoft account sign-in issues
Hello, My original Microsoft account was hacked and later deleted. I created a new Microsoft account using the same email address and bought Minecraft again. I can sign in to the Microsoft website without any problems, but I cannot sign in to Microsoft…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
10,325 questions
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2026-07-16T18:08:39.1433333+00:00
Golem Dawn
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2026-10-18T19:04:20.2866667+00:00
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Blaan Moonduke
0
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Outlook/Hotmail Account Blocked
Hello! My outlook/hotmail account has been blocked for two months. I've submitted many recovery forms and filled out every question I could. However, it still says the information is insufficient, and I can't even tell what else is needed. I've been…
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Sending, receiving, and organizing email in Outlook.com
11,255 questions
asked
2026-10-18T19:02:50.3633333+00:00
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Christina Dou
0
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2026-10-18T19:03:26.21+00:00
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There is no Redeem for amazon for Gambians
why isn't their redeeming option such as amazon this are the kind of things which can benefit us here, we do not play or most of us don't play those games and the other option is donate what if you don't wish to and I recommend you guys to stop being…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | Other | Windows
Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | Other | Windows
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
1,118 questions
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2026-10-14T12:13:23.79+00:00
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StISLA2021
0
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2026-10-18T19:02:44.9966667+00:00
Stefan Blom
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Microsoft 365 Business Standard – Sole administrator locked out after losing Authenticator access
Hello, I am the owner and sole administrator of a small company in Norway with an active Microsoft 365 Business Standard subscription, purchased directly from Microsoft. After replacing my Samsung S25 Ultra with a Samsung S26 Ultra, I lost access to…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
19,694 questions
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2026-10-17T16:16:57.19+00:00
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Milivoje Neskovic
0
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2026-10-18T19:02:05.13+00:00
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Jack-Bu
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Windows 11 Enterprise Evaluation: Offline Hyper-V Installation, Activation & Licensing
I'm an independent developer evaluating Windows 11 Enterprise Evaluation for a non-production software research and testing environment. I'm seeking clarification before downloading or installing the evaluation. Environment Host: Windows 11 Pro with…
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | Devices and deployment | Licensing and activation
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2026-10-18T18:39:28.6066667+00:00
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Gary mckenzie
0
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2026-10-18T19:00:47.7333333+00:00
Chance Maurice Niyonzima
660
Reputation points
Independent Advisor
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Unexpected ADMIN_ Profile Folders and Repeated Credential Prompts When Running ADUC as Administrator on Domain-Joined Windows 10/11 Devices
Hello, We manage an on-premises Active Directory domain with Windows 10 and Windows 11 clients managed through Group Policy. Recently, we started experiencing unexpected behavior across multiple workstations. We would like to identify the root cause…
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | Directory services | Active Directory
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2026-10-18T18:50:56.6233333+00:00
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Mustafa Abbas
0
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2026-10-18T19:00:22.4866667+00:00
Mustafa Abbas
0
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Microsoft Defender Windows Application will not open
Microsoft Defender will not open. When I click to open it shows the loading blue circle then does nothing and never opens. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling the app and restarting my computer, but it has not changed.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Microsoft 365 Defender | For home | Windows
Microsoft 365 and Office | Microsoft 365 Defender | For home | Windows
An integrated threat protection solution designed to detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats across Microsoft 365 services.
548 questions
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2026-10-18T18:56:32.38+00:00
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Blake Jenkinson
0
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2026-10-18T18:56:49.2933333+00:00
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Resgate não autorizado de pontos (Cartão Roblox)
Solicito ajuda urgente pois minha conta foi invadida e meus pontos foram resgatados sem o meu consentimento. No dia 03/10/2026 horário desconhecido, notei que um total de 26800 pontos Rewards foram debitados da minha conta para o resgate de um Cartão…
Bing | Microsoft Rewards
Bing | Microsoft Rewards
A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.
8,566 questions
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2026-10-04T20:14:37.3833333+00:00
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Marcello Victor
20
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2026-10-18T18:56:19.76+00:00
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shely fretz
0
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Organization identity validation failed after Verified ID
We have an Azure pay-as-you-go subscription and an Artifact Signing account on the Basic plan. Our Organization/Public identity-validation request changed to Failed after I completed the Verified ID check. Neither the Azure portal nor the notification…
Artifact Signing
Artifact Signing
A fully managed end-to-end service for digitally signing code, documents, and applications. (formerly Trusted Signing)
1,476 questions
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2026-10-18T18:46:52.11+00:00
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Matt Jacobson
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2026-10-18T18:54:42.2333333+00:00
Matt Jacobson
0
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Surface Book 2 Plugged In but battery 1 and 2 not charging
Battery 1 and 2 are stuck at 0% even when plugged in. Charger is OEM, no accessories plugged in. Ive already restarted, reinstalled the battery drivers. Shows the lightning bolt icon, when plugged in but charge remains at zero. Laptop will shutoff if…
Surface | Surface Book | Power and battery
986 questions
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2026-10-18T18:53:49.84+00:00
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Jonathan Bunyan
0
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2026-10-18T18:54:34.9566667+00:00
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I am subscriber, but I'm still getting ads on my Outlook
Even though I pay for Microsoft 365, there's a column of ads on the right side of my Outlook inbox. I don't want to see them. What should I do?
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
5,415 questions
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2026-10-15T10:27:03.61+00:00
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Rumyana Petrova
0
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2026-10-18T18:51:53.2766667+00:00
Stefan Blom
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Outlook.com Error 500 – TooManyObjectsOpenedException After Account Compromise – Mailbox Inaccessible
Hello Microsoft Support and Community, I urgently need assistance with my personal Outlook.com mailbox. On October 18, 2026, my Microsoft account experienced an unauthorized successful sign-in originating from an IP address geolocated to Brazil. After…
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Sending, receiving, and organizing email in Outlook.com
11,255 questions
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2026-10-18T18:48:08.1433333+00:00
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Zen
0
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2026-10-18T18:48:57.42+00:00
AI answer
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Azure Postgres - East US2 - SKU Not Available
It seems like a lot of people have been having the "Azure Postgres - East US2 - SKU Not Available" issue for a week now. Will it be fixed?
Azure Database for PostgreSQL
Azure Database for PostgreSQL
An Azure managed PostgreSQL database service for app development and deployment.
2,080 questions
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2026-10-18T18:48:11.4433333+00:00
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Doni Ivanov
0
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2026-10-18T18:48:11.4433333+00:00
Doni Ivanov
0
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Windows update failure on a specific Virtual Machine for the monthly cumulative updates
Hello, Since last month (2026-09 monthly update) we cannot install the monthly "Cumulative Update for Microsoft server operating system version 21H2 for x64-based Systems" on a specific Azure Windows Server 2022 Virtual Machine. No error with…
Azure Update Manager
Azure Update Manager
An Azure service to centrally manages updates and compliance at scale.
420 questions
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2026-10-18T18:36:20.63+00:00
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Eric Patenaude
20
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commented
2026-10-18T18:47:13.79+00:00
Eric Patenaude
20
Reputation points
1 answer
Windows 11 experimental channel 26340.9750
So I updated to that experimental build and after logging in, I see just a grey screen with a white cursor. Tried fixing it with task manager but it just dosent work. My theory is that it’s a windows explorer exe crash and if it’s not fixed a soon as…
Windows Insider program | Windows Insider preview | Desktop environment and Start menu
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2026-10-18T16:07:17.9+00:00
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Maria Sellali
0
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2026-10-18T18:46:41.34+00:00
Maria Sellali
0
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1 answer
Global Administrator
I need to add Global Admin to my role. I am the only person in my company
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
19,694 questions
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2026-10-18T18:43:20.6466667+00:00
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JULIE ONTIVEROS
0
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answered
2026-10-18T18:45:50.8233333+00:00
Stefan Blom
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Merge Multiple Microsoft IDs and Remove Unused IDs
I have multiple Microsoft IDs and would like to consolidate them into a single account. Please merge the IDs, retain the most recently used Microsoft ID, and remove the old and unused IDs. Please review and assist with the necessary changes.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
Miscellaneous topics that do not fit into specific categories.
9,363 questions
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2026-10-18T18:23:02.2333333+00:00
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POOVARAGAVAN VELUMANI
0
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2026-10-18T18:43:22.12+00:00
Stefan Blom
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how can I delete Skype from Windows 11
How can I delete Skype from Windows 11? My computer shows that it is running.
Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
Other issues or features related to Microsoft Edge on Windows 11
3,672 questions
asked
2026-01-20T21:10:43.2366667+00:00
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Jon H. Stowe
0
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edited an answer
2026-10-18T18:41:43.48+00:00
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Grzegorz Wiktorowski
0
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2 answers
sound problem
hello how to fix my pc speakers i didnt hear voice
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Settings
10,166 questions
asked
2026-10-18T18:05:50.29+00:00
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hassen assefa
0
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2026-10-18T18:40:18.9866667+00:00
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Ivan B
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Independent Advisor