system freeze

  1. please help!

    i got the error in the event viewer (The "Microsoft Pluton Cryptographic Provider" provider was not loaded because initialization failed).I cant figure it out how to fix this this error keep pop up in event viewer every time i open pc when i play game or when pc idle for a while then the whole...
  2. Unlocking Windows 11’s Hidden Emergency Restart: A Last-Resort Rescue

    Most users consider themselves well-versed in the shutdown and restart options Windows 11 provides, yet even seasoned power users might be surprised to learn that their PC harbors a secret, undocumented emergency shutdown feature—buried below layers of UI and only recently thrust into the...
  3. Unlocking Windows 11's Hidden Emergency Restart Feature for System Recovery

    In the realm of operating systems, Windows has long been lauded for its user-friendly interface and robust functionality. Yet, even seasoned users may be unaware of certain features designed to enhance system resilience. One such feature is the "Emergency Restart," a hidden gem within Windows 11...
  4. How to Use Emergency Restart in Windows 11 for System Lockups

    When a Windows 11 PC freezes and refuses to respond to typical commands, users often feel they're out of options. This scenario is especially frustrating for those who rely on their devices for work, gaming, or daily communications, as even the most basic troubleshooting techniques—such as...
  5. Windows 11 KB5062553 Update (July 2025): Fixes, Issues & Workarounds

    Here’s a clear summary of the issues and solutions for Windows 11 KB5062553 (July 2025 Update) based on your Windows Latest source and additional community forum highlights: Key Issues with KB5062553 Update Fails with Errors: Common failure codes include 0x8007371b, 0x800f0991, 0x80073712, and...
  6. Windows 11 Update Scanning Freeze on 24H2: Causes, Fixes, and Impact

    Users of Windows 11 have encountered a new and frustrating obstacle: the update scanning process can freeze unexpectedly, particularly for those running version 24H2. This bug doesn’t just introduce an inconvenience—it blocks the entire mechanism for detecting and installing critical security...
  7. Windows 11 June 2024 Update Troubleshooting: Fix Installation and Stability Issues

    Here’s an informed summary and advice based on both your provided TechRadar article and verified community/forum discussions: What Happened? KB5060842 (June’s first Windows 11 update) was pulled due to breaking games using Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) software. KB5063060 (the replacement update) is...
  8. Emergency Restart in Windows 11: The Hidden Last-Resort Tool for System Crashes

    Most Windows users are familiar with the regular reboot process, but few are aware of a little-known "Emergency Restart" method embedded in Windows 11. Despite its longevity—sources trace its roots as far back as Windows XP—this option remains obscure even for experienced users. Its rediscovery...
  9. Troubleshooting Windows Hardware Scan Freezes: Causes, Solutions, and Best Practices

    When a Windows system fails to recognize newly connected devices or exhibits problems with existing hardware, many users rightly turn to the familiar "Scan for hardware changes" option within Device Manager. This function is intended as a quick diagnostic and troubleshooting step: it prompts...
  10. Microsoft KB5051987: RDP Freeze Issues on Windows Server 2025 Explained

    Microsoft’s latest patch troubles have the IT community raising an eyebrow—and a few RDP session restart buttons. A recent advisory from the tech giant warns that a seemingly routine security update, KB5051987, released on February 11, 2025, has introduced an unexpected freeze issue on Windows...
  11. Windows Server 2025: Remote Desktop Freezes After February 2025 Update

    Windows Server 2025 Users Face Remote Desktop Lockups Following February Patch A recent security update for Windows Server 2025 is raising eyebrows across IT departments, with Microsoft's own advisory confirming that Remote Desktop sessions can suddenly freeze shortly after connection. The issue...
  12. Windows Server 2025 Remote Desktop Freezing Issue: What You Need to Know

    Windows Server 2025 is facing an unexpected road bump that has caught the attention of IT administrators and system users alike. Recent reports indicate that Remote Desktop sessions on Windows Server 2025 systems are freezing after installing security updates—more specifically after installing...
  13. Windows 11 24H2: Gaming Crashes in Path of Exile 2 and Assassin's Creed Origins

    The Explosive Bug That’s Freezing Fun Welcome, fellow Windows fanatics, to this edition of "What's Tripping Up Our OS Now?" and boy, do we have a tech pickle for you! If you're a gamer, especially one with a penchant for Path of Exile 2 or the scenic vistas of Assassin’s Creed Origins, you might...
  14. Windows 11 24H2 Freezes: Path of Exile 2 Players Struggle

    Ah, video games—once a realm to lose ourselves in fantasy and now a battleground where operating systems and applications wrestle for supremacy. If you're a Path of Exile 2 fan, chances are you've been grinding your best loot when—bam!—your seemingly reliable Windows 11 PC freezes like you're...
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    Help Needed: Facing Window Issue on Lenovo PC

    Hi everyone, I hope you're all doing well. I'm reaching out to this community because I've been encountering a perplexing issue with my Lenovo Link Removed, and I'm hoping someone here might have some insight or suggestions. Problem Description: Recently, I've been experiencing some unexpected...
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    Windows 10 Why is windows 10 file explorer so terrible and unstable

    I'm really hoping someone can help me while I still have some sanity left. I finally gave in and decided to "upgrade" my photo editing computer from windows 7 to windows 10. (Replacement actually as it's not the same physical computer) Not my first windows 10 computer, but the things I could...
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    Windows 10 Windows Update seems to have been turned off or disabled

    Windows 10 Pro Version 21H1 OS Build 19043.1466 AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-Core Processor 3.70 GHz 16.0 GB (15.9 GB usable) Hello, Not sure, but I may have malware or a virus. The reason I suspect it is because suddenly my normally fast computer (Ryzen 5 5600), is stumbling, freezing and generally...
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    Windows 10 Windows 10 crashing after last update

    Last week my PC performed an auto update and ever since I'm experiencing one ongoing problem. After booting my system at the start of each day I have noticed that as soon as I play any streaming video my system freezes seconds later. My video card is running the latest drivers. I'm at a...
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    Windows 7 My computer drastically slowed at once

    Recently I ran into a BSOD loop which made me restart my computer many many times by hand because sometimes my computer froze instead of showing BSOD, now after I managed to fix it my computer is REALLY REALLY slow, tried so many things chkdsk /f sfc /scannow removed hiberfil.sys (to clear...
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    Windows 10 How to find reason for random crashes?

    Hey there, for a few days I am experiencing crashes on my Windows 10 desktop PC. I couldn't really find out any trigger yet and there is no BSOD. It could be possible, that it crashes more often, when I play graphic intense games, but it also crashed while just listening to spotify. Everything...