Windows 10: why did my windows deactivate itself? And how do I fix it?

Discus and support why did my windows deactivate itself? And how do I fix it? in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; I have had windows activated for a couple years on this computer, but randomly doing an update and restart through windows settings, my pc now says I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by Riley_123, Sep 23, 2023.

  1. Riley_123 Win User

    why did my windows deactivate itself? And how do I fix it?


    I have had windows activated for a couple years on this computer, but randomly doing an update and restart through windows settings, my pc now says I need to activate windows.

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    Riley_123, Sep 23, 2023
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  3. Monk.e83 Win User
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  4. zbook Win User

    why did my windows deactivate itself? And how do I fix it?

    Programs not working

    In post 26 there were steps listed to fix the operating system corruption.
    Are you able to follow them?
    In post 29 was the suggested dism repair command.
     
    zbook, Sep 23, 2023
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