Microsoft confirms more Windows PCs cannot shut down after recent updates

Remember that Windows bug preventing PCs from shutting down or hibernating? It affects more devices than we initially thought ...

The ‘Windows won’t shut down’ bug is even worse than we thought

Ever since the January update, some Windows 11 haven't been able to shut down their PCs. Apparently, this bug also affects ...

Microsoft: January update shutdown bug affects more Windows PCs

Microsoft has confirmed that a known issue preventing some Windows 11 devices from shutting down also affects Windows 10 systems with Virtual Secure Mode (VSM) enabled.
Windows Report

Windows 11 KB5074105 Resolves Explorer Freeze at Startup

KB5074105 fixes a critical Windows 11 issue where Explorer.exe could freeze at first login, leaving users without a taskbar or desktop.

I don't normally recommend installing Windows 11's optional updates – but in the case of this bug, I'd make an exception

Wondering why your Windows 11 desktop keeps vanishing? It's because of this nasty bug.
PCMag

'We Need to Improve.' Microsoft Admits Windows 11 Has Too Many Annoying Bugs

In 2026, the company says it will focus on addressing Windows 11's pain points, such as system performance and reliability.