Microsoft pauses Windows 11 update as it's sending some PCs into infinite reboot
Microsoft paused Windows 11 KB5039302 update due to a bug causing infinite reboot loops, affecting virtual machines. Investigation ongoing for fix before full release, advising caution for optional updates to prevent glitches.
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Microsoft has paused the Windows 11 KB5039302 update due to a bug causing affected PCs to enter an infinite reboot loop, particularly impacting devices using virtual machines. The issue is not expected to affect Windows 11 Home users significantly. The bug is present in the preview version of the update, set for release as the cumulative update for July 2024. Microsoft is investigating the root cause related to virtualization tools like CloudPC and Azure Virtual Desktop. The company has halted the update to prevent further issues and is working on a fix before the full release. While Microsoft notes that Windows Home edition users are less likely to experience the problem, caution is advised for all users considering optional updates to avoid potential glitches. The company's decision to pause the update reflects a proactive approach to resolving critical issues before impacting a wider user base.
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11 commentsFor the latter, it’s unfortunate but you’ll rarely find a company diss`ing another company. Especially so if they are a Fortune 500 companies or if they are a major B2B company. Microsoft is both a Fortune 500 (Fortune 2?), and a major B2B company. You’ll never find a major B2B company dissing their B customers.
In the Linux world, the first is usually addressed with a “oh! the config for that moved from X to Y. We didn’t write a migration script, but did you not follow our open source development mail list? Recreate your config files following this example. We’ll write an update to handle it” or “fuck Nvidia/Intel/AMD, they are fucking morons and fucked up their drivers. Fucking idiots”
I guess this justifies my decision.
2000 take.
ME, skip.
XP, take.
Vista, skip.
7, take.
8, skip.
10, take.
11? Definitely skip.
1. "If we can't stop Windows botnets, we will just create our own."
It'll be smooth as butter, right?
Right?
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