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why has outlook 365 stopped downloading gmail
Outlook 365 stopped downloading gmail. How can this be fixed?
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
authenticator problems
i really need to talk to a person...i cant get into authenticator and when i try to sign in is asks me for a code within authenticator. which obviously i cant do
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
Stuck on Partner Registration
I can't register my company as a partner. I need this resolved ASAP. I have wasted time entering my company's details 3 times now. Each time at the bottom of the page: "We don't recognize the program you are trying to enroll in. Check your link and…
Microsoft Partner Center | Other
Other features or issues related to Microsoft Partner Center
My new laptop will not update Windows 11 -
I have 2 USB SS 10 ports and one listed as thunderbolt 4, none of these recognize my device (Boss Laser LS1416). I've attempted to update my drivers and windows. USB drivers say they are all up to date and correct. Windows update however, fails to…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
Old phone broke and trying to transfer to new device
My old phone is completely unusable and I'm trying to restore my backup from the authenticator app however it says there is no backup. If I remember correctly I did enable cloud backup on the old device. Both are android devices
Microsoft Security | Microsoft Authenticator
A Microsoft app for iOS and Android devices that enables authentication with two-factor verification, phone sign-in, and code generation
Build 28020.1362 out to Canary Channel
Live in Windows update https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/12/15/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-28020-1362-canary-channel/
Windows Insider program | Windows Insider preview | Install, activate, and Windows update
Since Skype seems to be closed but then still says it works or to use Teams + total confusion. I still have credit and am trying to make some calls but just not having any results, other than Microsoft making me sign in time after time!
Since Skype seems to be closed but then still says it works or to use Teams + total confusion. I still have credit and am trying to make some calls but just not having any results, other than Microsoft making me sign in time after time!.
Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Teams Free | Calls
Real-time voice or video communication between users on mobile devices or computers
windows 11 laptop speakers work but headphones no sound
My sound windows 11 was not working properly so reinstalled driver. Speakers and Headphoned worked. Paired bluetooth earbuds and headphones stopped working. I can see headphones in control panel but can not activate them.
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
tech support in updating 365
unable to update 365.....got disconnected from tech help at Microsoft....never called back Alan 203 257-5366
Microsoft 365 and Office | Word | For home | MacOS
A family of Microsoft word processing software products for creating web, email, and print documents.
Unable to open sign in window for Microsoft accounts (Grey popup that closes immediately)
Hi, I just got a new computer and have been unable to open a sign-in screen for Microsoft accounts and receive the closing grey screen similar to the below sign in. I have been able to add the account to show up on the above screen using netplwiz in the…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
owner files messed up
"I changed something in the settings on the owner profile of my laptop and now my apps won't load. Moved from: System Center Operations Manager
Windows for home | Other | Files, folders, and storage
When I try to sign on to my PC, I get a message saying my PIN is not available, and my repeated attempts to reset the PIN have been unsuccessful. How do I remedy this?
When I try to sign on to my PC, I get a message saying my PIN is not available, and my repeated attempts to reset the PIN have been unsuccessful. How do I remedy this?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
GitHub Student Developer Pack activated but not working
I already have a GitHub Student Developer Pack activated and I am eligible for the free Microsoft Azure for Students offer. I do not know how to proceed
Cost Management
A Microsoft offering that enables tracking of cloud usage and expenditures for Azure and other cloud providers.
My task bar and favorites bar all of the sudden got tiny.
My task bar and favorite on line link bar all of the sudden got really small. I don't know what I did or how to make them big again
Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
Other issues or features related to Microsoft Edge on Windows 11
Many of my folders are no longer accessible in my Outlook email. How to recover them?
Not sure how this happened but I no longer see my long list of Folders in the folder pane. Non of the help articles address this, Any suggestions?
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
Miscellaneous topics that do not fit into specific categories.
Login issue as an adult still requiring adult consent error
I am trying to log into my account but when logging in it get the error that an adult is required to complete the login. The problem is that the account I use (as the adult) is the account I can't access. It keeps going in circles. How do I get into my…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Microsoft Family Safety | For home | Other
A free app and service that helps families create healthy digital habits and stay connected. It’s designed to support both online safety and real-world awareness by offering tools for screen time management, content filtering, and location sharing
How to get Windows Hello to work on a new Windows 11 laptop; the error is "couldn't turn on camera".
In settings, accounts, I have chosen to use the facial recognition to sign in. Although the camera works in other apps, the system says it can not turn on camera. I am using the onboard camera. The computer is upto date on Windows and drivers. Moved…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
i keep getting constant virus notifications
I do not know what to do. I am getting constant virus notifications. While I'm typing this no notifications are occurring . What was the cause of this? I'm on Windows-11. Moved from: Community Center | Discuss the Q&A site | Other feedback
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
My Devices are no longer listed on my account
I spend 45 minuites trying to find out why my devices are no longer reflected on my computer after I renewed my Office subscription. Then I finally got to someone in tech support. He was unable to help me. Case # 7093570027. Call ended at 3:09pm on Dec…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
help me cancel subscription
Account information Name: [Moderator note: personal info removed] . Billing profile: [Moderator note: personal info removed] Subscription name: Microsoft Teams Essentials Licenses: 1 Primary Tenant Id: [Moderator note: personal info removed]
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.