According to Windows Latest, Microsoft has fixed the "Update and shut down" button to actually shut down your PC when it's done updating, rather than restarting it, with its October 2025 optional ...

A small but long‑standing bug in Windows’ shutdown process has been resolved, ending years of frustration for users.

Windows 11 finally fixes the bug that prevented the system from shutting down properly when selecting Update and shut down after years of receiving feedback from users.

Microsoft fixes Windows’ long-standing “Update and shut down” bug in Windows 11. Update KB5067036 stops unwanted restarts, ...

Microsoft has made a fair share of mistakes when it comes to developing Windows. Steadily, however, they are trying to make things better, and dealing with „update and shut down” bug is a welcome ...