The latest Windows 11 update completely crashes PCs, here’s how to protect yourself

The latest Windows 11 update is causing serious problems for many users. Between installation errors, drops in performance and blue screens, the results are worrying. While waiting for a fix, some temporary solutions exist.

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Windows 11’s October 24H2 update had already wreaked havoc, with many bugs affecting certain applications, including VoiceMeeter, which caused blue screens repeatedly. Microsoft had even suspended its deployment on certain devices to limit the damage. Todayhistory seems to repeat itself with the upgrade KB5048667 Who sows chaos among many users. In addition to frequent installation errors, performance and stability issues are added to the list of reported malfunctions.

Among the most common concerns with this Windows 11 update, several users mention error codes as 0x800f081f et 0x80070302 during the download or theinstallation. In some cases, the update totally failsdespite several attempts, while for others, the process drags on. But even when the installation is successful, alarming symptoms appear: slowdowns in games and applications, CPU overheating and graphical bugs in File Explorer or streaming platforms like Netflix and Prime Video.

Update KB5048667 causes numerous bugs on Windows 11

One of the most serious issues is blue screens of death that occur randomly on some devices, and sometimes make the impossible to restart. Several users are pointing to a possible task scheduler bug, which could cause excessive CPU load. As a result, some PCs experience abnormal rise in temperatureand this directly affects performance. For some, the situation returns to normal after a simple restart, but slowdowns end up reappear.

Faced with this situation, Microsoft remains silent and lets users look for temporary solutions on their own. Among the recommended measures, it is possible to uninstall update KB5048667 via Settings > Windows Update > Update Historywhich can resolve the main malfunctions. Disable fast startup in the Power Options or adjusting the Performance Mode can also limit overheating and slowness issues. While waiting for an official fix, it is recommended of retarder son installation and of report bugs on the forums to encourage the company to act quickly.

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