Microsoft explains how Shift + Restart once enabled a fast reboot in early Windows and why modern Windows no longer supports ...

Windows 11 Enterprise and IoT get an update disrupting shutdown and hibernation functionality, but a more manual shutdown is ...

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

If your PC restarts unprompted, freezes, or programs crash, you could have a RAM problem on your hands. To find out whether RAM really is the problem, you can use your PC’s memory diagnostics tool to ...

The first step is to disconnect all peripherals. If your computer does not hang after disconnecting the peripherals, one of them might be responsible for this issue. In this case, updating or ...

Below, I have explained all these fixes in detail. 1] Is RAM compatible with your motherboard? While installing new hardware, it is important to check its compatibility with the motherboard. Otherwise ...

Adam Benjamin has helped people navigate complex problems for the past decade. The former digital services editor for Reviews.com, Adam now leads CNET's services and software team and contributes to ...

One constant exists between the many iterations of the Windows operating system, and that is the need to restart your entire PC to finalize updates. An inconvenience that only seems to strike at the ...

Microsoft's first Windows 11 security update of 2026 has caused problems for some users. After installing this update, some ...

Resetting your PC is the go-to solution for users if Windows OS issues are not resolved through other troubleshooting steps. However, many users face the dreaded ...

Restarting your PC at least once a week allows Windows 11 to install and apply available updates. If you don’t normally reboot your PC, you can automate the process using a couple of methods. Use Task ...