Is Microsoft and Xbox the same?

The Xbox branding was formerly, from 2012 to 2015, used as Microsoft's digital media entertainment brand replacing Zune. In 2022, Microsoft expanded its gaming business and reorganized Xbox to become part of its newly formed Microsoft Gaming division.
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Is Xbox Live connected to Microsoft?

When you sign in, the Xbox app uses the Microsoft account credentials you used to sign in to Windows and check to see if there's an Xbox gamertag associated with this account. To sign in: Open the Xbox app.
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Why do I have an Xbox profile on Microsoft account?

Where does that come from? You or someone else downloaded and launched some type of game on Windows that needed an Xbox profile, you didn't have one so one was created automatically for you. Nothing to worry about.
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Is Microsoft games the same as Xbox?

Xbox Game Studios (previously known as Microsoft Studios, Microsoft Game Studios, and Microsoft Games) is an American video game publisher based in Redmond, Washington.
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Do I need Microsoft for Xbox?

You need a Microsoft account to sign in to your Windows pc, Xbox console, or any of Microsoft's products and services, including Office, Outlook.com, OneDrive, Xbox Live, Microsoft 365, Family Safety, Skype, Bing, Microsoft Store and MSN.
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What is the difference between Xbox and Microsoft account?

The Microsoft Store account provides access to owned games, subscription benefits, and other Xbox app purchases made by that account. The Xbox account is used for game streaming access, in-game purchases, achievements, and friends. In most cases, it's best if the Microsoft Store and Xbox accounts are the same.
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How do I link my Microsoft account to my Xbox?

Add your profile to an Xbox console
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & System > Add or switch > Add new.
  3. Enter the email address for the Microsoft account that you want to add, and then select Enter. ...
  4. Enter the password for your Microsoft account, and then select Enter.
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Are Xbox and Microsoft separate?

The Xbox branding was formerly, from 2012 to 2015, used as Microsoft's digital media entertainment brand replacing Zune. In 2022, Microsoft expanded its gaming business and reorganized Xbox to become part of its newly formed Microsoft Gaming division.
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Do Microsoft Store games transfer to Xbox?

When you choose to download or purchase a game or app from the Microsoft Store or Xbox Game Pass, it installs automatically to your console if: Your console is set as your home console.
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Is Microsoft still selling Xbox?

Both Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles are sold at Microsoft Store.
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How do I unlink my Xbox from Microsoft?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to unlink your Xbox account from your Microsoft account as both Xbox and Microsoft accounts are one and the same.
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What happens if I remove Xbox from Microsoft account?

If you don't want your Xbox console or device associated with your account any longer, you can unregister it by selecting the device, and then selecting Remove device. Note Unregistering your device automatically unlinks it from the Microsoft Store to disassociate it from future downloads.
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Can I delete my Xbox account but not my Microsoft account?

To consider: To delete your Xbox profile, you must close your Microsoft account. There is no way to close your account while maintaining your Xbox profile or gamertag.
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Is Xbox and Microsoft password the same?

Unfortunately, these passwords are one and the same. It is not possible to have two separate like you want. The only way a different password is used for example if you MS account ended in a yahoo, g-mail domain.
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Do I need a Microsoft account?

And, you won't have to sign in with a Microsoft account when starting up your computer. But, certain features and services may be limited or unavailable. As well as some apps and games requiring a Microsoft account to access their full functionality. Still, it's worth considering for enhanced privacy and control.
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How do I know if I have Microsoft account?

Go to the Microsoft account sign-in page at https://account.microsoft.com and enter your email address. If you see a message that says "That Microsoft account doesn't exist. Enter a different account or get a new one.", then the address you entered is not a Microsoft account.
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Can I make a new Xbox account and keep my games?

If your console was set as your Home console for the account that you can't access, then you'll still be able to access the games on a new account while using that console. You won't have access to your progress though so you would have to start over.
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Why isn t my game installing on Xbox?

If you're trying to install an Xbox game from a disc and the installation process stops at or near 0%, this could be caused by the console trying to download an update for the game while the game is still installing.
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How do I install a game I bought on Microsoft Store Xbox?

Under Full library > Owned games, you'll see all games that you own with the profile that's signed in to the console. If a game that you own hasn't been installed on your console, there's a download icon on the game title. Selecting the title prompts you to install the game before you can play it.
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Is Xbox a big part of Microsoft?

For one thing, the finalized acquisition of Activision Blizzard means Xbox is now a bigger part of Microsoft's bottom line than ever before. As per its Jan. 30 earnings report, Microsoft's gaming sector exceeded Windows in revenue for the first time in company history.
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Why did Microsoft stop making Xbox?

➡️ The Shortcut Skinny: Xbox isn't going anywhere

“The company held an internal Tuesday townhall where Spencer told employees that there were no plans to stop making consoles, and that Xboxes would continue to be part of a strategy that involves multiple kinds of devices,” Liao reported in her Substack newsletter.
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Can I move my Xbox account to a new Microsoft account?

Nothing can be transferred between accounts. He would need to continue using yours if he wants to keep his information or start over on the new account.
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How much does Xbox Live cost for a year?

Starting Sept. 14, Xbox Live Gold will become Xbox Game Pass Core. The new service will cost $10 a month or $60 a year, the same price as Xbox Live Gold. Game Pass Core will include member discounts and access to online multiplayer gaming, but unlike Xbox Live Gold, there won't be free monthly games.
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Do I need Xbox Live to play online?

You can also access online multiplayer gaming for more than 50 free-to-play games, party chat, and Looking for Group—all without needing an Xbox subscription.
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Is Microsoft 365 now free?

You don't have to be on a PC or Mac to use those web-based apps, either – free users can also enjoy the mobile versions of these tools on Android and iOS. Elsewhere, Microsoft 365's free version grants its users 15GB of email space alongside Calendar integrations.
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