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email account linked to my account that is not mine

I am having trouble logging in to my account for work. It asks me to send a code to the email address ni**@yahoo.com, but that is not my email. I have followed all the steps suggested by the help section, but when I log in to my account, that email…

Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
asked 2026-09-11T15:12:49.22+00:00
net castro 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T19:22:36.72+00:00
Jeronimo Fuerte 45,770 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Powerpoint: How do you show/hide special characters, hidden marks, whatever you want to call it

In Word and Publisher, there's a tool which allows you to see hidden marks, like spaces,tabs, line breaks, etc. How do you do the same thing in Powerpoint? And if it's not available, why the heck not?

Microsoft 365 and Office | PowerPoint | For home | Windows
asked 2026-09-11T19:12:35.9033333+00:00
Barbara Lance 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T19:21:40.8333333+00:00
John Korchok 236K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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how to send an excel spreadsheet in an email that is saved on desktop not in cloud

I can insert the excel file but it is always in the cloud, I need it to be just from excel.

Outlook | Windows | New Outlook for Windows | For home
asked 2026-09-11T18:39:03.2533333+00:00
Victoria Poynter 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T19:14:12.5966667+00:00
EmilyS726 267.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
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CPU usage decreasing from averaging 2.7 ghz to 1.4ghz

I have a Lenovo Thinkpad T495s with a Ryzen 7 pro 3700u everytime i open up a game like roblox or valorant, My CPU usage clock speed decreases from 2.7 ghz to 1.4 ghz. I had a bios update 1 week ago that momentarily fixed my issue but now it has…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
asked 2025-10-31T12:09:30.5166667+00:00
Omer Mohammed 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-11T19:09:10.3466667+00:00
chottomatte393 0 Reputation points
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Microsoft Storage limits

I have been having trouble getting my mail through Outlook. I was told to check out the Microsoft Storage limits. What I found was this: Total used**: 174** GB / 1 TB. [Get more…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
asked 2026-09-11T16:25:01.3733333+00:00
Greg Della-Croce 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T19:06:47.9633333+00:00
Jeronimo Fuerte 45,770 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Sharing Microsoft 365 with family

Once purchased how do I share with my family members?

Microsoft 365 and Office | Install, redeem, activate | Other | Other
asked 2026-09-11T18:27:54.1033333+00:00
William Hiltgen 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T19:04:32.5666667+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 87,535 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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Azure DevOps Remote MCP tool is not invoked after publishing Microsoft Foundry agent to Teams/Microsoft 365

I have a Microsoft Foundry agent using the Azure DevOps Remote MCP tool with Project Managed Identity authentication. The MCP integration itself works correctly: Foundry Playground: Azure DevOps MCP is invoked and works. Foundry Preview Web App: Azure…

Microsoft Foundry
Microsoft Foundry

A unified Azure platform for creating and managing AI models, agents, and applications with built‑in enterprise security, monitoring, and governance

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asked 2026-08-11T16:17:27.0666667+00:00
csensoft 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T19:01:27.08+00:00
csensoft 0 Reputation points
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DUNS number required in Xbox partner onboarding form for Moldova - solo developer without DUNS

Hi, I'm a solo indie developer from Moldova. My game is already released on Steam and I'd like to bring it to Xbox through ID@Xbox. In the Xbox partner onboarding form (developer.microsoft.com/games/partner/new), the DUNS Number field is required when…

Microsoft Partner Center | Other
asked 2026-09-11T18:58:08.9066667+00:00
Tăbîică Cătălin 0 Reputation points
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How to reset email storage after 100%

I can not send or receive emails because the account was at 100% email storage. I deleted 1000+ emails to clear space and noting has changed.

Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Email
asked 2026-09-11T18:16:18.1833333+00:00
Tim Liechty 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T18:51:55.7966667+00:00
Jeronimo Fuerte 45,770 Reputation points Independent Advisor
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Is this email claiming to be from ******@security-microsoft.us legit?

Obviously the warnings on Outlook are questioning the legitimacy, so I am not clicking on that link. But I would like confirmation on whether Microsoft would ever send anything like this. I also have concerns about the "via ispservices.org"…

Outlook | Web | Outlook.com | Account management, security, and privacy
asked 2026-09-11T18:48:00.7966667+00:00
Dominique Gale 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-09-11T18:50:00.6966667+00:00
Dominique Gale 20 Reputation points
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What will happen to existing .PUB files after Microsoft Publisher is discontinued?

I have used Microsoft Publisher for ten years to produce an independent digital magazine, and I have a large archive of existing .PUB files. Microsoft has announced that Publisher will be discontinued in October 2026. I have contacted Microsoft Support…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Publisher | For home
asked 2026-09-11T14:53:59.28+00:00
Rodrigo de Oliveira 5 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T18:49:18.9966667+00:00
Marcin Policht 107.9K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
3 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Is Azure App Service Compliant with PCI Standard 3.0 and 3.1?

Whether Azure App Service Compliant with PCI Standard 3.0 and 3.1? Sourced from FAQ

Azure App Service
Azure App Service

Azure App Service is a service used to create and deploy scalable, mission-critical web apps.

10,046 questions
asked 2019-10-29T21:58:04.313+00:00
bharathn-msft 5,146 Reputation points Microsoft Employee Moderator
answered 2026-09-11T18:40:50.1166667+00:00
tpetchel 0 Reputation points Microsoft Employee Admin
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Unable to book GH-300 exam

Hello, I'm unable to book GH-300 exam because after paying my exam i do not receive a confirmation e-mail and the next day the money is returned. Thank you in advance

Microsoft Copilot | Other
asked 2026-09-11T15:14:41.6733333+00:00
Alexandre Reis 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T18:39:52.0666667+00:00
Julian Sharp 43,081 Reputation points
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how to use 365 along with publisher 2021

Longtime user of 365 but want to install publisher 2021 to continue using this software. I turned off recurring billing for 365 which expires tomorrow and then uninstalled 365. I installed the Office 2021 with the jump drive but am having difficulty…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Publisher | For home
asked 2026-09-11T14:40:18.26+00:00
Annmarie Tefft 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T18:38:31.0933333+00:00
Marcin Policht 107.9K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
1 answer

Microsoft Ignite Cancelation Policy for in-person attendance

This will be my third Ignite conference attended in person. I am looking forward to the event. My manager wants to know what the Microsoft Ignite Cancelation Policy for in-person attendance.

Community Center | Not monitored
asked 2026-09-11T17:05:23.6+00:00
Harney, David 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T18:35:50.9966667+00:00
Julian Sharp 43,081 Reputation points
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I can't activate my windows after replacing my mother board

my computer's motherboard and CPU had to be replaced recently. so I had no chance to plan for this event. I was able to swap them out and get my original stuff running but it refuses to activate windows so I am stuck with the pre-activated limitation. I…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
asked 2026-09-11T16:35:48.9266667+00:00
Zach Kenyon 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-11T18:35:10.0433333+00:00
Ivan B 123.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers

Excel sheet is not printing with photo?

When I print an excel sheet that has a photo on it, it doesn't print the photo with the text.

Microsoft 365 and Office | Excel | For home | Windows
asked 2026-09-11T17:52:08.17+00:00
Catherine Ploof 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-09-11T18:34:10.89+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 87,535 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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{"sessionId":"[Moderator note: Personally Identifiable Information removed","subscriptionId":"","resourceGroup":"","errorCode":"401","resourceName":"","details":"You don't have access to this data. Please contact your global administrator to get access."}

{"sessionId":"[Moderator note: Personally Identifiable Information removed]…

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For business | Other
asked 2026-09-11T17:52:33.2033333+00:00
Global service GS 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2026-09-11T18:32:27.26+00:00
Kai-L 19,145 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Incorrect symbols are displayed.

When I use symbols incorrect symbols are displayed. I made sure Numlock is off and the correct language is selected.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Input and language
asked 2026-09-11T17:55:56.22+00:00
Charles Holzhauer 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-09-11T18:32:26.0333333+00:00
John Jefferson Doyon 87,535 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers

secure boot

I am on windows 10. microsoft symbol has an alert sign. it says secure boot. what is secure boot and how do I fix it ?

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Security and privacy
asked 2026-09-11T17:47:35.8066667+00:00
tony welch 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-09-11T18:26:26.34+00:00
Ivan B 123.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor