Microsoft has confirmed it has fixed a long-standing and frustrating bug within its Windows operating system that caused computers to restart when users selected the "Update and shut down" option. This correction addresses an issue that has affected users of both Windows 10 and Windows 11 for years.

Battery Problems

For many years, users intending to power down their machines for the day would select "Update and shut down," only to discover later that the computer had actually rebooted to the login screen. This bug was particularly problematic for laptop owners, who would often find their device's battery completely drained after expecting it to be powered off overnight. (Source: forbes.com)

The issue was reportedly so common that many users assumed they had accidentally clicked the adjacent "Update and restart" button instead. Microsoft had not officially acknowledged the problem until recently, despite it being one of the most reported issues with the operating system.

The Solution Arrives

The fix is being rolled out in a recent Windows 11 update, specifically starting with Windows 11 25H2 Build 26200.7019 and newer versions. Microsoft noted in a support document that it has "Addressed underlying issue which can cause 'Update and shutdown' to not actually shut down your PC after updating."

While the fix was originally part of an optional update in October 2025 (KB5067036), it is expected to be part of the wider November Patch Tuesday update, making the correction available to all users. In theory the command will now function as users have always expected, reliably turning off the machine after updates are complete. (Source: windowslatest.com)

What's Your Opinion?

Have you been personally affected by the "Update and shut down" bug in the past? Do small fixes like this improve your overall confidence in the Windows operating system? What other long-standing software bugs would you like to see technology companies address?