Open Settings > Update & security > Recovery and then, under the Advanced Startup heading, click Restart now. (You have to be signed in as an administrator, naturally.)

Aug 21, 2025 · Also: Microsoft patches more than 100 Windows security flaws - update your PC now Applying the patch should once again allow you to reset your PC or fix problems using …

Jun 2, 2022 · A local Windows account requires you to set up three security questions. Here's how this works in Windows 10 and 11.

Jul 26, 2024 · "After installing the July 2024 Windows security update, released July 9, 2024 (KB5040442), you might see a BitLocker recovery screen upon booting your device," Microsoft …

Nov 24, 2025 · Don't want to pay $30 to keep Windows 10 security updates? Microsoft offers several workarounds, with the best deal available for European users.

Jan 26, 2017 · Windows 10's Reset option allows you to remove apps, settings, and drivers, effectively giving you a clean install without the hassles of a regular setup. You can keep your …

Oct 20, 2025 · This one fixed more than 170 security flaws, but it also introduced a glitch that affects some Windows 11 users who turn to the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) to …

Aug 19, 2024 · A case in point is the July 2024 security update, which the release health dashboard flagged as having a known issue affecting PCs running Windows 10 and Windows …

Jun 26, 2025 · New changes to the Windows security architecture will make those outages less likely and easier to recover from.

Feb 13, 2025 · How to save a fresh copy of your BitLocker recovery key If you're running Windows 11 Pro, Windows prompts you to save the recovery key when you first turn on …