Microsoft has resolved an issue in Windows 11 that caused certain PCs to restart instead of shutting down when using the 'Update and shut down' option. The glitch, which also affected Windows 10, is fixed in the latest Windows 11 build.
Glitch Fix Details
Microsoft admitted that the shutdown feature was flawed, resulting in PCs restarting unexpectedly. Users had reported instances where selected shutdowns turned out to be restarts.
- Microsoft acknowledged the issue with the 'Update and shut down' feature.
- The problem affected both Windows 10 and Windows 11.
- Microsoft released a fix in the latest Windows 11 build.
- The company advised updating to ensure systems shut down as expected.
Recommended User Actions
Users are encouraged to install the latest Windows 11 update to ensure the correct functionality of the shutdown option. This update is crucial for users relying on the 'Update and shut down' function for system maintenance.
With this fix, Microsoft aims to improve user experience and reliability of Windows 11 shutdown processes.