Windows 11 shutdown bug explained with causes, fixes, and workarounds to stop restarts, battery drain, and failed power-offs after updates.

Windows 11's latest security rollup is doing something users expect only from horror movies and stubborn smart bulbs: some PCs simply refuse to power off. After installing the new Patch Tuesday update ...

Microsoft’s first Windows 11 security update of 2026 broke shutdowns and some Remote Desktop sign-ins. Microsoft has released ...

That said, Microsoft also says “there is no work around at this time for entering hibernation.” Be very careful. “Until this issue is resolved, please ensure you save all your work, and shut down when ...