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Sorry Dave, I’m afraid I can’t do that! PCs refuse to shut down after Microsoft patch (www.theregister.com)
submitted 3 days ago by kalkulat@lemmy.world to c/technology@lemmy.world
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"On systems with Secure Launch enabled, attempts to shut down, restart, or hibernate after applying the January patches may fail to complete."

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[–] DickFiasco@sh.itjust.works 7 points 3 days ago

This is why I outfit all my computers with a Matrix-esque EMP bomb connected to a dead man's switch. If I get the slightest hint of insubordination, I'll take them all down. I fucking swear it.

[–] kbobabob@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 3 days ago

After installing the January 13, 2026, Windows security update (KB5073455) for Windows 11, version 23H2, some PCs with Secure Launch are unable to shut down or enter hibernation. Instead, the device restarts.

It is able to restart

[–] biggerbogboy@sh.itjust.works 3 points 3 days ago

Lmao my 5 yo asus vivobook has never encountered secure launch but it still refuses to shut down sometimes, probably since windows 11 makes it so the ram is at least 70% full at idle lol

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