Windows 11’s April update is locking some users out of their PCs

Not long after Microsoft released April’s Patch Tuesday for Windows 11 did some users start complaining of serious problems.

Windows 11’s April patch is triggering BitLocker issues, here’s how to fix it

Some Windows 11 PCs hit BitLocker recovery after the April 2026 update. Here's what's causing it and how to fix this problem.

April’s Windows 11 update is trapping some PCs in a boot loop

Some HP and Dell PCs are stuck in boot loops after installing KB5083769. Microsoft's AI support suggests a few solutions.
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Don't panic if Windows 11's April update reboots loads of times - it should install fine in the end by all accounts

It's not uncommon for the latest Windows 11 update to reboot a whole bunch of times before finally installing - but there are ...
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Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 Hit by Reset Issues After KB5077212 and KB5079420 Updates

Windows 11 LTSC 2024 reset fails after KB5077212 and KB5079420 updates. Microsoft provides fix with KB5079471 Safe OS update.
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Microsoft Issues ‘Critical Update’ For All Windows 11 Users

While the Windows world focuses on failed updates and a new automated upgrade that has just gone live for all users, Microsoft has also just issued a new Windows 11 update it describes as “critical.” ...
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Windows 11 Urgent Warning: Microsoft Confirms New Update Is Causing Annoying Issues

The latest Windows 11 optional update is KB5070311. It is the November 2025 update and it came a little late (Dec. 1). But now it’s here, it’s provided some headaches alongside the new improvements.