Supported user-mode NtCreateFile sequence for handle-relative opens without reparse traversal
Hello, We are designing a read-only diagnostic reader for one existing file on local NTFS. Before allowing real-file access, we need to establish a supported opening sequence that cannot silently follow a filesystem reparse point. Our proposed approach…
Windows development | Windows API - Win32
prevent auto fill of credit card info
how to prevent auto fill credit card info stored in microsoft from other vendor sites
Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 10
Other issues or features related to Microsoft Edge on Windows 10
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I need to activate my legaLLY PURCHASED OFFICE PROFESSIONAL KEY
MICROSOFT OFFICE PROFESIONALPLUS 2010 CANNOT VERIFY THE LICENCE FOR THIS PRODUCT.CAN SOMEONE PLEASE VERIFY THAT I AM NOT STAELIGN THIS BUT PAID GOOD MONEY FOR IT i HAVE RECEIPT DATED 2 MARCH 2011. THIS OFFICE WAS RENISTALLED WITH HELP FROM MICROSAODT ON…
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.
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Artifact Signing organization validation In Progress for at least two weeks (Israel)
Artifact Signing organization validation has remained In Progress for at least two weeks. Additional documents were requested on October 25, 2026, and an incorporation certificate was uploaded on November 1, 2026. The organization is registered in…
Artifact Signing
A fully managed end-to-end service for digitally signing code, documents, and applications. (formerly Trusted Signing)
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How do I go back to the old copilot version please
I been using copilot since 2023 and I want to go back to the old version the new one is just bad, and I would prefer an old version how do I skip the migration and how do I get the old and better version of copilot back this new update is bad and I quit…
Microsoft Copilot | Windows Copilot | Copilot+ PC
A PC equipped with advanced AI capabilities and Windows Copilot integration
URGENT: DP-600 Practice Assessment Score Missing – Fabric Data Days Voucher Deadline
Hello, I just completed the DP-600 Practice Assessment and scored 90%. I am applying for the 100% discount exam voucher through the Fabric Community Data Days event. However, due to a backend system error, my 90% score is showing up blank/missing under…
Community Center | Discuss the Q&A site | Site bug or problem
Issues or errors on the Microsoft Q&A website.
Excel android and onedrive fail constantly
I have OneDrive logged in and it works, i can save and edit files on my desktop and on my Z Fold 7. I have MS Office logged in on the same credentials as one drive, and i have a paid version of Office. All logged into the same account...... the problem…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Excel | For home | Android
A family of Microsoft spreadsheet software with tools for analyzing, charting, and communicating data.
why does microsoft force me to sign into a family account
i am unable to go into minecraft, or xbox or even link my one drive because it forces me to have a guardian or parent give consent
Microsoft 365 and Office | Microsoft Family Safety | For home | Windows
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 fix - hotmail-com.olc.protection.outlook.com. (52.101.41.123, the server for the domain hotmail.com.).
How can I fix blocked emails - When sending an email from a Gmail account to hotmail I get Delivery has failed to these recipients or groups…… The following organization rejected your message: hotmail-com.olc.protection.outlook.com. (52.101.41.123, the…
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Sending, receiving, and organizing email in Outlook.com
Windows 10 randomly freezes for 15–30 seconds during file operations – Repeated DistributedCOM Event ID 10010.
Hello, I am experiencing intermittent system-wide freezes on my Windows 10 PC and need help identifying and resolving the root cause. System specifications: Laptop: Acer Predator Helios 300 G3-571-77QK Operating System: Windows 10 Pro 22H2 (Build 19045)…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures
EMAIL SENDING 550.5.7.23 ERROR HOTMAIL.COM, LIVE.COM, OUTLOOK.COM
Using m365 business subscription and getting this error when sending emails to outlook.com, live.com status code: 550.5.7.23
Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
Microsoft 365 features that help users manage their subscriptions, account settings, and billing information.
Windows geolocation services showing the wrong location (just like Eric Krellner 7/13/2026)
Product: Windows 11 Location Services Device: Dell Inspiron 16 7610 OS Version: Windows 11 26H2 (Build 26300.9711) Problem Description Windows Location Services consistently reports my former residence in Collingswood, New Jersey, even though I…
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
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Disconnetterti dalla console Xbox.
I tried to update my account Disconnetterti dalla console Xbox But I get this message too many times. I don't know, but finally I think it's working.
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
Miscellaneous topics that do not fit into specific categories.
How to get the display name to automatically appear on the To line when when I click Reply?
I have a person in my contacts (address book) where the Name value is "First Last" and the Display Name value is "First Last (email address)". If I start a new email and start typing either that person’s first name or their email…
Outlook | Windows | Classic Outlook for Windows | For home
Using Classic Outlook on Windows for personal email, calendar, and contact management
Cancel Subscription
I had an old email account with Microsoft Office 365. I want to cancel it, being that my card was charged. I cannot login to my old account because I do not have access to my old email any longer. My old email is: ******@gmail.com My current is…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
Miscellaneous topics that do not fit into specific categories.
help to fix bugs
ok so I was changing settings and restarted my pc to get better process count but my search bar and all the stuff at the bottom of my screen doesn't work it takes ages for stuff to load and I cant do anything please help I've tried doing the windows…
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Settings
pinned emails
My pinned emails in outlookk have disappeared, I am only receivijng new emails for the past couple of days, is there a setting somehwere I can go to do find them?
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
Sending, receiving, and organizing email in Outlook.com
New Azure Free Account showing "Azure Plan" and "We couldn't load your credit information" instead of $200 Free Trial credit
Hello, I just created a new Azure account today to sign up for the Azure Free Account ($200 free credit for 30 days + 12 months of free services). However, on my Azure Portal home page, I get the error message "We couldn't load your credit…
Cost Management
A Microsoft offering that enables tracking of cloud usage and expenditures for Azure and other cloud providers.
Trial would not start
I was at the very last step of beginning a trial of Microsoft Planner and Project Plan 3. I finally got to the last step and selected "Try Now". However I received an error "You've reached the subscription limit for this offer. Learn…
Microsoft 365 and Office | Project | Other | Other
Microsoft project management software used to plan, manage, and communicate a project schedule and other information among workgroup members, project managers, and other stakeholders.
My microsoft account got hacked
some dude hacked me on minecraft and now when i try using my passkey it gives me like my minecraft username but a email that i have never used before and i have spent alot of money on my microsoft account and this is my other microsoft account
Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
Managing personal Outlook.com account settings, security, and privacy