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.
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Microsoft says latest Windows 11 issue crashes explorer.exe, makes taskbar disappear, but a fix is rolling out

A bug in Windows 11 is crashing Explorer.exe, which could make your desktop UI disappear, including the taskbar.
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Windows 11 KB5078127 emergency update (25H2) fixes Outlook POP, PST crashes, unresponsive apps after January 2026 Patch Tuesday

Windows 11 KB5078127 is an 'out-of-band' patch to fix an issue that broke Outlook Classic (POP, PST) after January 2026 Patch ...

Microsoft has a solid reason for you to install the latest Windows 11 update

The latest Windows 11 update is an optional one, but Microsoft has a few solid reasons for you to pull the trigger and install it right now.
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Windows 11 KB5066835 and KB5066793 updates released

Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5066835 and KB5066793 cumulative updates for versions 25H2/24H2 and 23H2 to fix security vulnerabilities and issues. Today's updates are mandatory as they contain ...