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Windows 11 January 2026 updates may cause boot failures on some PCs. Microsoft is investigating issues linked to KB5074109.

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A fresh wave of Windows 11 update trouble is making the rounds, and this one is about as disruptive as it gets: some PCs reportedly can’t boot after installing the latest January 2026 security update.

Windows 11 KB5074109 (January 2026 Update) is causing major issues on some PCs, and Microsoft has more details to share.

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