XDA Developers on MSN

There's a secret computer inside your computer

There's a surprising amount of code running before the OS even loads.

There's a right way to wipe your Windows PC before getting rid of it - here's how I do it

If you're ready to replace your old computer and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Here's how to do it properly.
WinBuzzer

Microsoft January 2026 Patch Tuesday Fixes Actively Exploited DWM Zero-day Alongside 111 Security Flaws

Microsoft has patched 112 vulnerabilities in January 2026, including CVE-2026-20805, a Desktop Window Manager zero-day that attackers are actively exploiting.

Microsoft Issues Emergency Fix After Some Windows 11 Systems Can’t Shut Down

The fix is for a bug that prevents some systems from shutting down, while another bug that prevents hibernation has no ...

Microsoft Windows Emergency Update; Is This the Beginning of the Dreaded AI Rebellion?

Technical analysis confirms the 18 January Windows crash was a kernel-level driver conflict, not an AI rebellion. The failure ...

Some Windows 11 PCs aren’t shutting down anymore after the latest update

Since the January update from a few days ago, some PCs running Windows 11 are reportedly unable to shut down properly.
How-To Geek on MSN

Windows 11 update disaster? 3 fixes to try before reinstalling

Most users jump straight to a clean install when Windows starts boot looping. Here is why you should try these rollbacks and ...

Windows 11 23H2: Problems with Sleep and Shutdown after January Patch Day

Microsoft has now admitted that the January security updates for Windows 11 23H2 can interfere with sleep mode and shutdown.

Microsoft: Some Windows PCs fail to shut down after January update

Microsoft has confirmed a new issue that prevents Windows 11 23H2 devices with System Guard Secure Launch enabled from ...