How-To Geek on MSN

The latest Windows 11 update is causing PCs to refuse to shut down

The latest Windows 11 security update from January 2026 is causing a frustrating bug that makes some PCs refuse to shut down ...
PCMag on MSN

Windows 11 bug prevents some PCs from shutting down: Here's a temporary fix

A new bug introduced in Windows 11 earlier this week may prevent you from shutting down your computer or putting it to sleep. Instead, the devices restart, potentially causing some users to lose ...

‘Fail To Shut Down’—Microsoft Issues Windows Update Warning

That said, Microsoft also says “there is no work around at this time for entering hibernation.” Be very careful. “Until this ...

Windows 11 Update Breaks Shutdown On Some PCs, Here's The Workaround

Windows 11 Enterprise and IoT get an update disrupting shutdown and hibernation functionality, but a more manual shutdown is ...

Microsoft: Some Windows PCs fail to shut down after January update

Microsoft has confirmed a new issue that prevents Windows 11 23H2 devices with System Guard Secure Launch enabled from ...
Windows Report

Windows 11 KB5074109 Triggers Reboot Loops, Users Share a Simple Workaround

Windows 11 KB5074109 is causing crashes, reboots, black screens, and BSOD errors for some users, but workaround is available.
Digital Trends

Windows finally fixes the “Update & Shut Down” bug that kept PCs running all night

Why this is important: Even though it may sound trivial, this bug undermined trust in shutdown routines, which are essential for laptops, gaming PCs, and any system where you expect it to power off ...
PC Gamer

Windows 'update and shut down' reboot glitch finally fixed, saving tiny gaming laptop batteries everywhere

Stop me if you've heard this one before: It's 17:30 on a weekday, and I'm packing up. Before I leave the office, I just need to shut down my work PC. I'll click 'update and shutdown' and be out of ...