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Microsoft Acknowledges Windows 11 Update Installation Issues

The recent Windows 11 update is causing installation failures and system instability for some users, Microsoft confirms.

Overview

  • Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update (KB5034765) is causing installation failures and system instability, leading to various user complaints.
  • The update, intended for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, includes fixes for 73 security vulnerabilities but also introduces unexpected issues.
  • Users have reported problems such as the disappearance of the Taskbar, File Explorer crashes, and degraded performance.
  • Microsoft has acknowledged the issue on the Windows Release Health dashboard and is working on a fix.
  • A temporary workaround involves deleting a hidden folder (C:\$WinREAgent) to allow the update to proceed.