After Windows 11 January 2026 update, we're seeing reports of other issues, including a sleep problem (S3), and more.
Microsoft might have fixed that bug with shutdowns, but its latest Windows 11 update means sleep mode now locks up some PCs.
Sleep mode is convenient, but it isn't the same as shutting down. We break down the difference and why it can affect performance and battery life.
Microsoft has now admitted that the January security updates for Windows 11 23H2 can interfere with sleep mode and shutdown.
Windows 11 separates screen timeout (when the display dims) from full sleep mode. Adjusting these gives you precise control ...
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I didn't shut down my Windows PC for a week: Here's how it went
No rest for the wicked.
Windows 11 KB5074109 (January 2026 Update) is causing major issues on some PCs, and Microsoft has more details to share.
If you find that your Windows 11 PC keeps entering sleep mode too quickly and disrupts your workflow, you may want to disable the sleep feature. Disabling sleep mode in Windows 11 is a simple process, ...
If your Wi-Fi network adapter isn't waking up or goes missing after waking up from Sleep in Windows 11/10, follow the ...
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