Windows 10: Activate windows- Why?

Discus and support Activate windows- Why? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; My Win11 computer has just had a major update. Since then a message has appeared saying "Activate windows". But I am still using it, so it must be... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by CVHorie, Jan 23, 2025.

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    Activate windows- Why?


    My Win11 computer has just had a major update. Since then a message has appeared saying "Activate windows". But I am still using it, so it must be activatedI have been installing and using Windows for decades, and not stolen it by breaking and entering MS headquarters.What does MS think I have done wrong?This is ridiculous.

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    CVHorie, Jan 23, 2025
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  2. windows xp installation and dual core am

    could someone please list the steps they follow to install windows with a dual core processor and windows xp service pack to. I'm reletively new to amd dual core and i feel i'm missing a step. All help will be appreciated. thanx
     
    exodusprime1337, Jan 23, 2025
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  3. windows activation

    Hi Micah,

    Check the list of error codes
    here
    and follow the suggested steps to resolve it. If the error code isn't in the list, kindly send us the exact error code. You may attach a screenshot of the error. By the way, how did you get your copy of Windows 10? I suggest that you refer to this

    link
    for ways on how to activate Windows 10 depending on how you got your copy of Windows.

    We'll keep an eye out on your response.
     
    Aileen Alf, Jan 23, 2025
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  4. Activate windows- Why?

    Taskbar bug: switching to another window -will not appear at the front


    Follow either of these steps to fix the issue with the Active window hiding behind.

    Method 1:
    I suggest you to disable window by hovering over it with the mouse and check if it helps. To do so I suggest you to try the below given steps and check if it helps:

    1. Press Windows key + X key and click on Control Panel.
    2. Select or click Ease of Access.
    3. Click or tap onEase of Access Centre.
    4. Click on Make the Mouse Easier to Use was uncheck Activate Window by hovering over it with the mouse.
    5. Check if issue is resolved.
    Method 2:
    I would suggest you to completely uninstall the touchpad driver and reinstall it. Kindly follow the below given steps.

    1. Press “Windows key + X” and click on “Device Manager”.
    2. In the list of devices, you should see the touchpad drivers.
    3. Right click on the device and then select "Uninstall".
    4. In the uninstall dialog, make sure you select the option to delete the driver package from the system. This causes the driver package installed earlier to be deleted.
    5. In the Action menu of Device manager, select “Scan for Hardware changes” option. This will cause the device driver to be reinstalled. Once the driver is installed, close all windows and restart the computer.
     
    ChojiTiger, Jan 23, 2025
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