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.

Windows 11 USB Installer Guide: How To Make One & Why You Should

Windows install floppies and discs have gone the way of the dodo, but it still pays to keep a copy of the OS on a USB drive. Here's how to make your own.
PC Gamer

If you installed Windows 11 with certain security updates and a USB stick, you may not get any more security updates warns Microsoft

Windows Microsoft reports 'an issue in which devices are failing to boot' after downloading the latest update Windows Microsoft says the Windows 11 boot failure bug is linked to another buggy update: ...
Windows Report

KB5074109 Update Causes Boot Failures on Windows 11 Devices

Windows 11 January 2026 updates may cause boot failures on some PCs. Microsoft is investigating issues linked to KB5074109.
Windows Latest

KB5074105: Windows 11 asks for admin access to open Storage settings, but breaks Temporary files cleanup for some files/folders

Windows 11 KB5074105 quietly added a new feature that requires admin permission to access your Storage settings.

Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: I compared both versions, and here's my upgrade advice

Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: I compared both versions, and here's my upgrade advice ...