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Windows 11 had a rough 2025. We tracked the top 20 Windows 11 issues reported by Windows Latest, from failed updates to broken features.
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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 or hibernate after installation. This issue stems from the monthly Patch Tuesday bundle, specifically update KB5073455, on devices running Windows 11, version 23H2.
Windows 11 Patch Tuesday updates for 24H2 and 25H2 reportedly break classic Outlook, causing freezes, hangs, and lost email drafts.
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“Microslop doing Microslop things” as latest Windows 11 update causes freezes and crashes
The latest Windows 11 update is creating crashes, freezes, and a lot of other performance issues for many users. The post “Microslop doing Microslop things” as latest Windows 11 update causes freezes and crashes appeared first on Backdash.
Microsoft confirmed that the KB5074109 January Windows 11 security update causes the classic Outlook desktop client to freeze and hang for users with POP email accounts.
Microsoft's January security updates for Windows 11 also appear to be disrupting Outlook. Microsoft is investigating problems with POP mail accounts.