Microsoft: Windows 11 update causes Outlook freezes for POP users

Microsoft confirmed that the KB5074109 January Windows 11 security update causes the classic Outlook desktop client to freeze ...
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Windows 11 KB5074109 issues: black screen, freezes Outlook POP, breaks Azure Virtual Desktop, LocalizedResourceName (desktop.ini)

Windows 11 KB5074109 causes a black screen on some PCs, including those with an Nvidia GPU, and also freezes Outlook if you ...
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Windows 11 KB5074109 Breaks Outlook for POP Accounts, Microsoft Confirms Issue

Windows 11 KB5074109 causes Outlook freezing for POP accounts. Microsoft confirms the issue and investigates a permanent fix.

Classic Outlook POP Users Face Hangs Lately. Stellar® PST Tool Provides Quick DIY Solution

A widespread issue has emerged in classic Microsoft® Outlook following the Windows 11 patch update KB5074109 on 13 Jan, 2026. POP account users have reported that Outlook is unable to exit cleanly.
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Windows 11 KB5074109 Causes Random Black Screens for NVIDIA Users

Windows update KB5074109 is linked to black screen and freezing issues on Nvidia systems, with users awaiting a driver or ...
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Windows 11's Latest Bug Refuses to Shutdown the PC

A new bug in the January 2026 Windows 11 update is preventing PCs from shutting down. Here is the temporary fix to save your ...