New Windows 10 update causing major PC problems for some — here’s the fix

Another Windows Update, another set of issues, at least for some.

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What you need to know

Yet another Windows Update is causing issues for people. This time, it’s Windows 10 KB4556799 that’s causing a wide range of issues.TechRadar reportsseveral issues that people have flagged on Microsoft Community and answer posts, includingthe Blue Screen of Death,white screen flickering,system fonts being replaced,systems switching back to S-mode, andOutlook search issues.Windows Latestadds that some people have audio issues as well as the reappearance of theTemporary user profile bugthat’s been seen with previous updates. The latter is particularly serious as it can delete people’s files and change settings back to defaults.

At this time, it’s unclear how widespread these issues are, but the variety of issues is concerning.Several Windows Updateshave hadissues recently. Windows 10 KB4556799 has several of the same issues as previous updates and introduces some new ones as well, according to user reports.

How to fix Windows Update problems on Windows 10

If you have installed it and have any issues, you can easily uninstall it with these steps:

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.