Installation media, such as a USB flash drive, can be used to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation of Windows, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software …

The Recovery Drive utility in Windows is a valuable tool designed to back up essential system files needed to restore a PC to its original state. This utility creates a USB recovery media that can help …

This tool can be used to download the latest version of Windows and create a bootable USB drive or DVD, which can then be used to perform a clean installation of Windows.

Oct 14, 2025 · Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) is a set of tools included with Windows that can help you troubleshoot and fix common problems with your computer. If your PC is having …

Find and open File Explorer in Windows, and customize Quick access by pinning and removing files and folders.

The virus and threat protection page of the Windows Security app is designed to help you safeguard your device against various threats such as viruses, malware, and ransomware. The page provides …

What if I don't have a recovery drive or installation media? If you're unable to access any recovery options and don't have a recovery drive, you will need to create installation media using another …

Dec 1, 2025 · This non-security update for Windows 11, version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5070311), improves functionality, performance, and reliability. To learn more about differences between security updates, …

Feb 4, 2025 · The PowerShell script described in this article can be used to update Windows bootable media so that the media can be used on systems that trust the “Windows UEFI CA 2023” certificate.

Learn how to reset your Microsoft Surface and solve problems using a USB recovery drive or Surface recovery image.