Ken, it's my understanding that Home Premium doesn't have Windows Fax &
Scan, either.
Thanks, Malke. You're right, of course. I remembered wrong.
Sorry, and sorry to jay for the misinformation.
I believe the OP would have to upgrade to Business or
Ultimate to get the built-in fax capability.
Yes.
As you say, just buying
third-party fax/scan software would make more sense.
Or alternatively, use the scan software that comes with your scanner
and buy a stand-alone fax machine, which can be less expensive than
fax software. My fax machine costs $20 US on sale.