Microsoft has fixed a known issue causing restart loops and taskbar problems on Windows 11 systems after installing the June KB5039302 preview update.

Coincidentally, Start11 rolling out support for vertical taskbars comes fresh on the heels of me covering other third-party applications that fix some issues in Windows 11.

Many Windows users install third-party launchers to customize their taskbar and Start Menu, so problems with such programs can lead to the Start Menu not working.

ExplorerPatcher Fix the taskbar, Start menu, and more I see it said occasionally that the Start menu on Windows 11 does the job just fine and there's no reason to replace it.

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers Windows 11 restart fixes: Update drivers, run system scans and check hardware.

Microsoft has concept art showing AI-powered solutions within Windows and a "Fix it" button to kick them off. It sounds like a great idea.