Microsoft might have fixed that bug with shutdowns, but its latest Windows 11 update means sleep mode now locks up some PCs.

After Windows 11 January 2026 update, we're seeing reports of other issues, including a sleep problem (S3), and more.

Microsoft has rolled out a fix for the problems affecting some users of its Secure Launch feature.

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

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, ...

The following fixes will help you resolve the problem if your Windows 11/10 computer restarts after Sleep or whenever you try to put it to Sleep. Check if Hybrid Sleep is activated on your computer.

If your Outlook Classic freezes or hangs when you use POP accounts or deal with PST files, you'll need to remove Windows 11 ...