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- Correction of a flaw affecting Windows reset and resettlement tools.
- This correction concerns certain versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11.
- To install it, go to Windows Update in the settings.
Microsoft has corrected a recent and annoying bug in Windows which led to the failure of the execution of integrated reset and resettlement tools. Published Tuesday, this new emergency emergency corrective is designed for Windows 10:2 p.m. and 10:2 p.m., as well as Windows 11:2 p.m. and 10:2 p.m.
The application of the fix should allow you to reset your PC or solve problems via Windows Update.
These two options make it possible to solve an otherwise insoluble system problem by forcing Windows to return to its original factory state or by repairing key system files and components.
How to apply the fix
To apply the fix, simply access the settings, select Windows Update and click the “Search updates” button. Windows 10 users concerned will have to download and install the KB5066188 update, while Windows 11 users will find the KB5066189 update.
Where does this bug come from? The fault of Microsoft because it was introduced into the last update of the Tuesday patch.
Microsoft’s monthly Windows updates usually try to correct the latest bugs. The August update last week has corrected more than 100 safety flaws. But it happens that the update introduces its own bugs. In this specific case, the latest monthly update introduced a flaw that disrupted the reset and resettlement features.
Two other options
Use the reset function with my Windows virtual machines
I often use the reset function with my Windows virtual machines to restore the operating system to its original state. It is also a practical option to solve problems affecting the performance or operation of Windows.
- To try this option under Windows 11, go to settings, select system, recovery, then click the button to reset this PC.
- Under Windows 10, go to settings, select update and safety, recovery, then click the Start button in the section to reset this PC.
When you reset your PC, you can choose to keep your personal files. However, your personalized applications and parameters are deleted; You will therefore have to reinstall them or recreate them. As reset resets Windows to its factory, the process can solve most of the system problems.
Solving Windows major problems by repairing system files, services and corrupt or incorrect settings
The other resettlement option is trying to solve Windows major problems by repairing system files, services and corrupt or incorrect parameters. The advantage is that your applications, documents and settings are all preserved. I have already used this option several times, mainly with Windows virtual machines that worked badly, and this generally worked.
- To try this option under Windows 11, go to settings, select system, then recovery and click the Reinstall button now.
- Under Windows 10, the procedure is different. Access settings, select update and security and choose Troubleshooting. Click on the “Additional Tools” link, choose that of Windows Update and click on the Windows Update “Troubleshooting” button.
Source : “ZDNet.com”