Windows 10 remains popular among users, offering a reliable, stable experience as it continues to receive updates—even as its eventual end-of-support date draws closer. Microsoft is still actively releasing updates to improve functionality and resolve issues.
Recently, as reported by Windows Latest, Microsoft rolled out cumulative update KB5045594 for Windows 10. This update addresses various issues, including a major one where the attempt to upgrade to Windows 11 caused some systems to crash with a blue screen error.
The cumulative update for Windows 10, KB5045594, fixes a bug that caused blue screens.
Microsoft has started rolling out cumulative update KB5045594 for Windows 10, available through Windows Update or as a direct download from Microsoft’s website. This update includes critical fixes, most notably addressing a crash issue that resulted in blue screen errors when upgrading to Windows 11.
In addition to this significant fix, the update resolves other issues impacting the Start menu, virtual machines, and printers. One of the new features included is a user account manager within the Start menu, making it quicker and easier to switch between user accounts.
This update will gradually reach all Windows 10 users, but you can check Windows Update to see if it’s available to you sooner. If you prefer not to wait, download the .msu file directly from Microsoft’s website to install KB5045594 on either 32-bit or 64-bit Windows 10 systems.
Some other notable fixes in this update include resolving a bug that prevented scanner drivers from installing and an issue that kept virtual machines from activating. Microsoft has packed this update with several enhancements, new features, and important fixes, so installing it as soon as possible is recommended, especially if you’ve encountered any of the issues mentioned.
