
Create installation media for Windows - Microsoft Support
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 …
Create a password reset disk for a local account in Windows
Creating a password reset disk is a precautionary measure that allows you to reset your Windows local account password in case you forget it. The password reset disk is a USB flash drive that acts as a …
Creating and using a USB recovery drive for Surface
Learn how to reset your Microsoft Surface and solve problems using a USB recovery drive or Surface recovery image.
Updating Windows bootable media to use the PCA2023 signed boot …
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.
Windows Recovery Environment - Microsoft Support
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 …
Reinstall Windows with the installation media - Microsoft Support
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.
Recovery options in Windows - Microsoft Support
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 …
View a printer's print queue in Windows - Microsoft Support
Viewing a printer's print queue allows viewing of pending print jobs and items waiting to print on the printer. To view a printer's print queue:
Backup, restore, and recovery in Windows - Microsoft Support
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 in-place installations or brand-new installations of Windows.
November 11, 2025—KB5068861 (OS Builds 26200.7171 and …
Nov 11, 2025 · This cumulative update for Windows 11, version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5068861), includes the latest security fixes and improvements, along with non-security updates from last month’s …