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      {"@type":"FAQPage","@context":"https://schema.org","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Why are software updates necessary?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft is committed to providing its customers with software that has been tested for safety and security. Although no system is completely secure, we use processes, technology, and several specially focused teams to investigate, fix, and learn from security issues to help us meet this goal and to provide guidance to customers on how to help protect their PCs.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the Microsoft software release process, all software released to the Download Center is scanned for malware before it is made available for public download. Additionally, after release, the software available from the Download Center is routinely scanned for malware. 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Visit Windows Update to learn more."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What can I find in the Microsoft Download Center, and how do I find what I’m looking for?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u003cp\u003eThe Microsoft Download Center has recently been revised to better serve you as a one-stop shop for products available for purchase, in addition to products and downloads available for free. For your convenience, items available for purchase are linked directly to Microsoft Store. Items available as free downloads are linked to details pages, where you can learn more about them and initiate downloads.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like Microsoft to scan your computer and recommend updates, please see the preceding question. If you would like to search for specific downloads, start by using one of these methods.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTo find products and downloads, in the navigation bar that appears across the center of the Download Center home page, click an icon.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTo search more specifically for a product or download, on the menu bar displayed near the top of the page, click a menu name and then click a product or download.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTo search by keyword, at the top of the page, in the \u003cstrong\u003eSearch Download Center\u003c/strong\u003e search box, type the word or words you wish to search for.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOn the Search results page, you may see the following:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAn Editor\u0027s choice listing of products and downloads, which are recommendations based on the search term.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eSort by\u003c/strong\u003e box on the right side of the page. Click the down arrow, and select a display order for the search results.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eA list of Filter options on the left side of the page. Click a Filter option to narrow the list of items displayed in the search results. The Filter option operates together with the original search term to narrow the scope of search results.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWhen you see the item you’re interested in, click the item link to find out more about downloading or purchasing it.\u003c/p\u003e"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How do I find worldwide downloads?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u003cp\u003eMicrosoft delivers downloads in more than 118 languages worldwide. The Download Center now combines all English downloads into a single English Download Center. We no longer offer separate downloads for U.S. English, U.K. English, Australian English, or Canadian English.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelect a Worldwide download from the English-language site\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOn the download details page for a particular item, under Quick details, you will see a Change language box. Select the desired language from the drop-down list\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ol\u003e\r\n\u003cp style\u003d\"margin-left: 40.0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c/strong\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChange Language\u003c/strong\u003e box appears only when a worldwide version of the download is available. If the box does not appear, the download has not yet been made available in languages other than English. If you see the box, but a specific language is not listed, the download is not yet available in that language.\u003c/p\u003e"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Which other Microsoft websites offer downloads?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u003cp\u003eIn this section, you will find links to other Microsoft websites that offer downloads. Note that almost all of the downloads available from these websites can also be found in the Microsoft Download Center; however, the other Microsoft sites may offer services and information that you may not find in the Download Center.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for downloads for the Windows operating system or for Microsoft Office, try using \u003ca href\u003d\"https://support.microsoft.com/windows/update-windows-3c5ae7fc-9fb6-9af1-1984-b5e0412c556a\" class\u003d\"ms-rte-link\"\u003eWindows Update\u003c/a\u003e, which helps you keep your computer up to date without requiring you to visit the Download Center.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/directx/default.aspx\"\u003eDirectX downloads\u003c/a\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet the latest version of Microsoft DirectX, and find other important DirectX updates for your version of Windows.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/service-pack-and-update-center-92bb1064-cf3b-0b94-7c57-331f7b7db3c6\" class\u003d\"ms-rte-link\"\u003eService Packs for Microsoft Products\u003c/a\u003e\u003cp\u003eDownload service packs containing updates for system reliability, program compatibility, and security. 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This section may also list required or recommended application software.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview the \u003cstrong\u003eInstructions \u003c/strong\u003esection before clicking the \u003cstrong\u003eDownload \u003c/strong\u003ebutton, so you are prepared for any steps you may need to follow.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat others are downloading\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lists other items downloaded by people who also downloaded the current item. Information about these related downloads can be very helpful.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis provides further information that is either directly related to the current download or is meant to help keep your system running securely, such as security update information.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated resources\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese links take you to how-to information, newsgroups, special offers, and other resources pertinent to the download you have selected.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What should I do if I cannot complete a download?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"If you cannot complete a download, you may need to clear the cache in your browser.  Here are Instructions for how to \u003ca href\u003d\"https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/view-and-delete-browser-history-in-microsoft-edge-00cf7943-a9e1-975a-a33d-ac10ce454ca4\" class\u003d\"ms-rte-link\"\u003eclear the cache in Microsoft Edge\u003c/a\u003e."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How do I install downloaded software?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"\u003cp\u003eBefore you can use any software that you download, you must install it. 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This launches an installation wizard.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do not want to immediately install the file, click the \u003cstrong\u003eClose \u003c/strong\u003ebutton. When you are ready to install the file, double-click the file to launch the installation wizard.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ol\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c/strong\u003eWhen you save a download file, make sure to save it to a location that you will remember when you are ready to install the download. We suggest creating a special folder on your desktop to which you always save downloads. 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