Troubleshooting
The latest Troubleshooting coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
How to Fix "An Unexpected Error Occurred in the WSUS Snap-in" on Windows Server
When an error message reading "An unexpected error occurred in the WSUS Snap-in" appears on a Windows Server, it often signals a storm brewing beneath seemingly calm admin waters. For IT...
Microsoft investigates Windows 11 24H2 update scanning freeze, driver conflicts blamed
Windows 11 users, particularly those on version 24H2, are reporting a frustrating issue where the update scanning process freezes unexpectedly. This bug not only disrupts system updates but also...
Windows Family Safety gaps emerge in Chrome despite Microsoft's built-in controls
The digital landscape has made parental controls and family safety features essential tools for modern households. As Microsoft Windows and Google Chrome dominate their respective spaces—operating...
Windows 11 Implements 60-Day Lifespan for System Restore Points, Urging Users to Proactively Manage Data Protection
Windows 11 Implements 60-Day Lifespan for System Restore Points, Urging Users to Proactively Manage Data Protection Microsoft has officially confirmed a significant change to its System Restore...
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 Introduces AI-Powered Recall & Custom Hardware Indicators
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 to Dev Channel testers, introducing groundbreaking AI features and system customization options. The update's headline feature is...
Windows 11 Update Extends System Restore Point Retention to 60 Days
Microsoft has quietly rolled out a significant improvement to Windows 11's System Restore feature in the latest 24H2 update. The operating system now retains restore points for an extended period of...
June 2025 Windows 11 update breaks Chrome on Family Safety PCs
In early June 2025, Windows 11 users began encountering a perplexing issue: Google's Chrome browser would crash unexpectedly, often displaying error messages related to memory access violations or...
OneDrive Stuck on Processing Changes? Step-by-Step Fix Guide
When OneDrive gets stuck on "Processing Changes," it transforms a fundamental Windows file-syncing tool into a source of daily frustration—halting uploads, blocking downloads, and often making...
Windows 11 24H2 quietly cuts restore point lifespan to 60 days
Microsoft has quietly introduced a significant change to Windows 11's System Restore functionality in version 24H2 - restore points will now automatically expire after 60 days. This policy shift...
Process Explorer Reveals 10x More System Details Than Windows Task Manager
When Windows users encounter performance issues or mysterious system behavior, two tools typically come to mind: the built-in Task Manager and the more advanced Process Explorer from Microsoft's...
Microsoft Family Safety breaks Chrome in June 2025; workarounds and mid-month patch planned
In early June 2025, Windows users worldwide began experiencing unexpected crashes in Google Chrome, with many tracing the issue back to Microsoft Family Safety settings. The problem emerged shortly...
Windows 11 24H2 Update: System Restore Points Now Limited to 60 Days
Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update introduces a significant change to system restore functionality, automatically deleting restore points older than 60 days. This policy shift aims to optimize...