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I removed a HDD from a windows 11 computer and reloaded the system into the main drive c: but have a problem with bitlocker.

I put the HDD back but each time I restart the computer I have to unblock it with the bitlocker code to view it. How can I make the code the same as the rest of the system so it won't need to ask again for the code?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-04-24T13:19:04.79+00:00
Brian Fisher 60 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-06T07:24:50.07+00:00
Emma1-N 6,750 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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USER ACCOUNT CONTROL NOT WORKING

I believe that after the May 5th update, KB2267602, a change occurred that is not allowing “.exe” files to open on Windows 11. All of a sudden Windows 11 will not open .exe files of some programs. With this particular program “fldigi-4.2.11_setup.exe”…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-06T04:33:20.26+00:00
D. Hall 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-06T05:11:33.5866667+00:00
Ramesh Srinivasan 79,975 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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"Bad image" error after downloading Windows 11. Attempted to resolve the issue by following a solution on another question. Now Windows Security opens, shows the logo, then closes after 2-3 minutes.

Hi, I recently reset my PC, and downloaded Windows 11. Everything was working fine until yesterday where I was getting a "bad image" error pop-up. I saw a solution on another post, which directed me to download an archived SecurityHealthSSO.dll…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-05T19:51:35.2466667+00:00
Brett 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-05T22:39:14.45+00:00
Lester Bernard Reyes 78,690 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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I am the Administrator on my computer but I cannot change the settings to access cameras

I am the Administrator on my computer but I cannot change the settings because, "Some of these changes are managed by your organization." How can I bypass this and make changes on my settings?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-05T18:31:08.3533333+00:00
Joseph Seechack 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-05T19:06:55.68+00:00
EmilyS726 228.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows Virus & Threat Protection showing Red X, but Windows Security is showing things are fine

Currently on Windows 11 Pro Version: 10.0.26200 Build 26200 Not exactly sure if this is needed, but I noticed this change when I updated my Intel Graphics (Software Version 26.8.2209.3) and my Nvidia (Version 596.36). These updates were made last night…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-03T21:14:32.0966667+00:00
Aimee Tassoni 25 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-05T12:39:01.95+00:00
Aimee Tassoni 25 Reputation points
4 answers

Bitlocker Feature is missing and Drive not working

I have using Bitlocker one of the drive for years. Recently when I turn on the PC, the Locked drive was shows nothing, When I try to open the drive it's force me to Format disk. So checked in Disk Manager, and I checked for any recoverable option…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-03T18:27:26.25+00:00
Uzaifrizmi 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-05T07:47:43.5866667+00:00
nobuko c 123.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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mrt hangs on file c:\windows\system32\wbeb\webmess.dll

No matter how long I wait or how many times I restart the computer, mrt still gets stuck on file c:\windows\system32\wbeb\webmess.dll and will not finish the scan. Any ideas why and how to fix it?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-04T16:08:38.29+00:00
Scott Weber 0 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-05-05T07:07:35.4+00:00
nobuko c 123.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Complaint Regarding Support Experience – Case #7102302952

I am posting here to raise a serious concern about a recent Microsoft Support interaction. My original issue was that File Explorer hangs (“circle of doom”) when trying to show network devices. During the support session, the agent (Mayank) quickly…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-04T18:22:38.8166667+00:00
Me 0 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-05-05T04:08:28.8066667+00:00
Bulldog 1,680 Reputation points
3 answers

remove requirements of using a passkey

How do I turn off passkey requirements in windows security?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-04T22:53:14.35+00:00
Mark Erickson 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-05T04:04:13.1966667+00:00
Bulldog 1,680 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

I think it was a scam call but idk

I had gotten a page saying call from a number 1(772)-675-3446 saying a hacker was on my account and that they contacted my internet company and he said they said that illegal activity has happening on my account and they called back from a…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-04T20:47:09.41+00:00
Aaron Jones 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-05-04T21:24:36.6766667+00:00
Aaron Jones 20 Reputation points
2 answers

Is onedrivepatcher.exe still in my pc?

A couple of days ago, I was watching YouTube when a “Do you want to allow this app to make changes to your computer” window popped up. It was onedrivepatcher.exe As I was not installing or updating anything, I found it suspicious and did not click on…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-03T16:35:26.8133333+00:00
Nick Chan 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-04T13:01:39.0666667+00:00
nobuko c 123.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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how to fix Trojan:Win32/ClicFix.PJ!MTB

how to fix Trojan:Win32/ClicFix.PJ!MTB Trojan:Win32/ClicFix.PJ!MTB Detection Issue Summary: Microsoft Defender has detected Trojan:Win32/ClicFix.PJ!MTB, a malware threat capable of performing malicious actions on the device. Although Defender may…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-04-30T21:28:45.2+00:00
sunilkollabathini 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-05-04T07:05:07.1133333+00:00
Ian-T 7,725 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

What is this Challenge phrase thing (A1B3C3)

Every time I Shut down or restart/update my laptop this A1B2C3 thing appears and its Annoying. I just wanna use my laptop but THIS Keeps appearing I don't know if I'm being hacked or something else but this is bothering me. Can somebody help me to…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-03T23:57:35.7266667+00:00
Richie Chen 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-05-04T03:56:40.5366667+00:00
Richie Chen 20 Reputation points
2 answers

My desktop Optiplex 5000 is trying to be hacked by scammers

While I am on this desktop computer, the screen goes black and writing comes up to tell me that do not shut off the computer it is be getting an update. At the same time a hand or arrow is going over the screen to find something to load up but I shut…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-03T18:39:37.31+00:00
Sanford Hochman 20 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-03T19:13:27.79+00:00
EmilyS726 228.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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I want OneDrive completely removed from my hotmail and outlook emails and Microsoft365

This is piracy and invasion of privacy. OneDrive should NEVER be allowed unless it is requested by the user. I found my personal documents with banking information on your OneDrive and it is nearly impossible to remove them and to move to a personal…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-03T18:56:21.6233333+00:00
M M 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-03T18:56:41.0466667+00:00
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Win32/JScealTaskExec.AC how to remove

Win32/JScealTaskExec.AC laptop has been infected by a virus causing chrome to redirect to google alert sites and affects connectivity.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-02T21:27:14.8566667+00:00
Rob P 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-02T21:59:57.92+00:00
Marcin Policht 88,075 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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I was hacked and I cant get access to it back

I was fell for a microsoft account and they tok over my microsoft account and I had boughten mincraft on it and I want to get my accoutn back. When I launch minecraft it says the email is something else which is ******@outlook.com and I cant log back in.…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-04-29T22:00:35.71+00:00
Sai 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-01T08:11:09.58+00:00
Darhyl Amizola 40,735 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers

windows11 install program

windows11. I can't install visual studio, installation is blocked by defender. same if i uninstall defender. what can I do ?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-02T05:42:01.12+00:00
jean louis kuhm 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-02T07:01:39.8233333+00:00
Sumit D - IA 167.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers

Unknown startup app

I have an unknown startup app: what is this, it dosen't let me open file location or view properties

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-02T11:51:34.29+00:00
Evan Wan 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-02T12:45:41.8233333+00:00
Paulo GM 63,950 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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How to remove trojanclicker-win32-doplik

The virus is blocking the download of Malwarebytes and Defender can't remove it

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-05-02T14:04:19.09+00:00
Steve Sanders 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-02T14:49:34.1533333+00:00
Jeronimo Fuerte 38,760 Reputation points Independent Advisor