Simple questions and Help thread - Month of February
Welcome to the monthly Simple questions and Help thread, for questions that don't need their own posts!
Before making a comment, we recommend you [search your problem on Bing](https://www.bing.com/search?q=Windows+issue) and check if your question is already answered on our [Windows Frequently Asked Questions wiki page](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows/wiki/faq). This subreddit no longer accepts tech support requests outside of this post, if you are looking for additional assistance try r/WindowsHelp.
Some examples of questions to ask:
- Is this super cheap Windows key legitimate? (probably not)
- How can I install Windows 11?
- Can you recommend a program to play music?
- How do I get back to the old Sound Control Panel?
Sorting by New is recommend and is the default.
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Be sure to check out the [Windows 11 version 25H2 Megathread](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows11/comments/1nuk2ph/windows_11_2025_update_25h2_build_26200_megathread/) and also the [Windows 11 FAQ](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows/wiki/faq) posts, they likely have the answers to your Windows 11 questions already!
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The general release of Windows 10 is no longer supported, however you can enroll to get up to one year of extended support for your machine until October 2026, for more details on that please see this thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows10/comments/1kp4ebu/windows_10_end_of_support_what_it_means_for_you/
https://redd.it/1qsxv97
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Welcome to the monthly Simple questions and Help thread, for questions that don't need their own posts!
Before making a comment, we recommend you [search your problem on Bing](https://www.bing.com/search?q=Windows+issue) and check if your question is already answered on our [Windows Frequently Asked Questions wiki page](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows/wiki/faq). This subreddit no longer accepts tech support requests outside of this post, if you are looking for additional assistance try r/WindowsHelp.
Some examples of questions to ask:
- Is this super cheap Windows key legitimate? (probably not)
- How can I install Windows 11?
- Can you recommend a program to play music?
- How do I get back to the old Sound Control Panel?
Sorting by New is recommend and is the default.
----
Be sure to check out the [Windows 11 version 25H2 Megathread](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows11/comments/1nuk2ph/windows_11_2025_update_25h2_build_26200_megathread/) and also the [Windows 11 FAQ](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows/wiki/faq) posts, they likely have the answers to your Windows 11 questions already!
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The general release of Windows 10 is no longer supported, however you can enroll to get up to one year of extended support for your machine until October 2026, for more details on that please see this thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows10/comments/1kp4ebu/windows_10_end_of_support_what_it_means_for_you/
https://redd.it/1qsxv97
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Simple questions and Help thread - Month of February
Welcome to the monthly Simple questions and Help thread, for questions that don't need their own posts!
Before making a comment, we recommend you search your problem on Bing and check if your question is already answered on our Windows Frequently Asked Questions wiki page. This subreddit no longer accepts tech support requests outside of this post, if you are looking for additional assistance try r/TechSupport and r/WindowsHelp.
Some examples of questions to ask:
- Is this super cheap Windows key legitimate? (probably not)
- How can I install Windows 11?
- Can you recommend a program to play music?
- How do I get back to the old Sound Control Panel?
Sorting by New is recommend and is the default.
----
Be sure to check out the Windows 11 version 25H2 Megathread and also the Windows 11 FAQ posts, they likely have the answers to your Windows 11 questions already!
https://redd.it/1qsxuxc
@r_Windows
Welcome to the monthly Simple questions and Help thread, for questions that don't need their own posts!
Before making a comment, we recommend you search your problem on Bing and check if your question is already answered on our Windows Frequently Asked Questions wiki page. This subreddit no longer accepts tech support requests outside of this post, if you are looking for additional assistance try r/TechSupport and r/WindowsHelp.
Some examples of questions to ask:
- Is this super cheap Windows key legitimate? (probably not)
- How can I install Windows 11?
- Can you recommend a program to play music?
- How do I get back to the old Sound Control Panel?
Sorting by New is recommend and is the default.
----
Be sure to check out the Windows 11 version 25H2 Megathread and also the Windows 11 FAQ posts, they likely have the answers to your Windows 11 questions already!
https://redd.it/1qsxuxc
@r_Windows
Bing
Windows issue - Bing
Intelligent search from Bing makes it easier to quickly find what you’re looking for and rewards you.
Simple questions and Help thread - Month of February
Welcome to the monthly Simple questions and Help thread, for questions that don't need their own posts!
Before making a comment, we recommend you search your problem on Bing and check if your question is already answered on our Windows Frequently Asked Questions wiki page. This subreddit no longer accepts tech support requests outside of this post, if you are looking for additional assistance try r/TechSupport and r/WindowsHelp.
Some examples of questions to ask:
- Is this super cheap Windows key legitimate? (probably not)
- How can I install Windows 11?
- Can you recommend a program to play music?
- How do I get back to the old Sound Control Panel?
Sorting by New is recommend and is the default.
----
Be sure to check out the Windows 11 version 25H2 Megathread and also the Windows 11 FAQ posts, they likely have the answers to your Windows 11 questions already!
https://redd.it/1qsxv8w
@r_Windows
Welcome to the monthly Simple questions and Help thread, for questions that don't need their own posts!
Before making a comment, we recommend you search your problem on Bing and check if your question is already answered on our Windows Frequently Asked Questions wiki page. This subreddit no longer accepts tech support requests outside of this post, if you are looking for additional assistance try r/TechSupport and r/WindowsHelp.
Some examples of questions to ask:
- Is this super cheap Windows key legitimate? (probably not)
- How can I install Windows 11?
- Can you recommend a program to play music?
- How do I get back to the old Sound Control Panel?
Sorting by New is recommend and is the default.
----
Be sure to check out the Windows 11 version 25H2 Megathread and also the Windows 11 FAQ posts, they likely have the answers to your Windows 11 questions already!
https://redd.it/1qsxv8w
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Bing
Windows issue - Bing
Intelligent search from Bing makes it easier to quickly find what you’re looking for and rewards you.
Yes, I'm the guy that made Windows 10 "look like Windows 10" by making it look like 1507. I didnt forget about this, I just remade it.
https://ibb.co/NgjLyFwc
https://redd.it/1qstbjr
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https://ibb.co/NgjLyFwc
https://redd.it/1qstbjr
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Tip of the Week: If you encounter a dialog like this, you can press CTRL + C to copy the text out
https://redd.it/1qt7m4u
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https://redd.it/1qt7m4u
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Nvidia is looking into gaming issues after Windows 11 KB5074109 January 2026 Update (artifacts, black screen and other problems)
https://www.windowslatest.com/2026/02/03/nvidia-is-looking-into-gaming-issues-after-windows-11-kb5074109-january-2026-update-artifacts-black-screen-and-other-problems/
https://redd.it/1qvuq3w
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https://www.windowslatest.com/2026/02/03/nvidia-is-looking-into-gaming-issues-after-windows-11-kb5074109-january-2026-update-artifacts-black-screen-and-other-problems/
https://redd.it/1qvuq3w
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Windows Latest
Nvidia is looking into gaming issues after Windows 11 KB5074109 January 2026 Update (artifacts, black screen and other problems)
Nvidia has confirmed that it's aware of Windows 11 gaming issues after the KB5074109 January 2026 Update and is looking into them despite.
Thoughts on this debloat noscript?
https://github.com/Raphire/Win11Debloat
https://redd.it/1qw2e8s
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https://github.com/Raphire/Win11Debloat
https://redd.it/1qw2e8s
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GitHub
GitHub - Raphire/Win11Debloat: A simple, lightweight PowerShell noscript that allows you to remove pre-installed apps, disable telemetry…
A simple, lightweight PowerShell noscript that allows you to remove pre-installed apps, disable telemetry, as well as perform various other changes to declutter and customize your Windows experience....
Servy 6.0 now available – Turn any app into a native Windows service
https://github.com/aelassas/servy
https://redd.it/1qt5ext
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https://github.com/aelassas/servy
https://redd.it/1qt5ext
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GitHub
GitHub - aelassas/servy: Turn Any App into a Native Windows Service - Full-Featured Alternative to NSSM, WinSW & FireDaemon Pro
Turn Any App into a Native Windows Service - Full-Featured Alternative to NSSM, WinSW & FireDaemon Pro - aelassas/servy
KB5074105: Windows 11 asks for admin access to open Storage settings, but breaks Temporary files cleanup for some files/folders
https://www.windowslatest.com/2026/02/05/after-kb5074105-windows-11-now-asks-for-admin-access-to-open-storage-settings-to-protect-your-files/
https://redd.it/1qw5dne
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https://www.windowslatest.com/2026/02/05/after-kb5074105-windows-11-now-asks-for-admin-access-to-open-storage-settings-to-protect-your-files/
https://redd.it/1qw5dne
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Windows Latest
KB5074105: Windows 11 asks for admin access to open Storage settings, but breaks Temporary files cleanup for some files/folders
Windows 11 KB5074105 adds a UAC prompt for Storage settings, but Settings can’t clean Windows Update files anymore.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1546 for Canary Channel
https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/02/04/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-28020-1546-canary-channel/
https://redd.it/1qw2n4g
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https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/02/04/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-28020-1546-canary-channel/
https://redd.it/1qw2n4g
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Windows Insider Blog
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1546 (Canary Channel)
Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28020.1546 to the Canary Channel (the desktop watermark is showing the wrong build number and will be addressed in a near term build). (KB 5074176)
What are useful shortcuts I can use for seeing the status of my laptop temps cpu/gpu state etc.
https://redd.it/1qvx9ok
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https://redd.it/1qvx9ok
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Take real world measurements based on a picture! Magick Crop & Measure, an app I've always wanted, so I made it!
https://redd.it/1qvcl8o
@r_Windows
https://redd.it/1qvcl8o
@r_Windows
I compiled an overview of Windows 11 and Office context menus in 2026: still a mixed bag, still not done, but improving
https://redd.it/1qwmy6t
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https://redd.it/1qwmy6t
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i got higher performance than the i5-7500 with my i5-6500 after debloating windows 11 i dont know if cpumark is accurate though
https://redd.it/1qwtuls
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https://redd.it/1qwtuls
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Why is Microsoft asking me to login to my outlook account to use defender?
https://redd.it/1qwxwv8
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https://redd.it/1qwxwv8
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Windows 11: How to play a sound when switching keyboard language? 🔊
https://redd.it/1qwy599
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https://redd.it/1qwy599
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Is there a free tool like epicPen that allows you to enter text as well as draw something on the screen?
https://epicpen.com/#download
https://redd.it/1qxgp8p
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https://epicpen.com/#download
https://redd.it/1qxgp8p
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Epicpen
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Do we have timeline of when 25H2, Start Menu & new Battery icon will rollout to everyone? WU always says up-to-date.
https://redd.it/1qxj8y3
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https://redd.it/1qxj8y3
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