Windows 10: How to Fix explorer.exe after Latest Update?

First off, a few things:I'm currently on a separate Linux Partition right now, since I can't really access my normal Windows partition at the momentI'm also on the Windows Insider Program Beta Branch, keep that in mind.I've been trying to keep my Windows 11 installation as up to date as possible, and I thought that the latest cumulative update KB5061[????] wouldn't be much of a hassle. Most other updates have gone smooth for me, after all.Unfortunately, when I get past the lock screen, I find myself at an empty black screen, unable to actually boot to the desktop. It's not like the display

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Windows Explorer Replacement?

are you running IE7? if not that wouold be my first suggestion,upgrade to ie7 that can fix some stability issues with windows explorer

 

Explorer Crash FIX!

Our old Dell Inspiron N5110 got this problem also.
Taskbar keeps refreshing. Thanks many hints from guys above pointed me the direction to fix it.
From Reliability History Monitor I found Explorer keeps crashing because of IDTNC64.CPL (type reliability history at Start)
1. the issue was from IDTNC64.cpl, the sound driver,
but I could not successfully to uninstall it from device manager nor control panel or rename the file or the folder.
2. uninstalled High Definition Audio Device few times, problem remain
3. tried to uninstall within Control Panel > Program file, yet Control Panel only open 2, 3 seconds then closed automatically.
4. finally solved Control Panel shut down problem by going to msconfig>services>and disable Windows Error Reporting Service. see below sequence:
Click window + R keys, type msconfig, Enter to open msconfig, click Services Tag and look for Windows Error Reporting Service. Unchecked it, then apply, ok then reboot system when it suggests.
5. After this, open Control Panel by clicking Start > type Control Panel. Then my Control Panel open and stay put, won't shut down by itself.
6. In Control Panel > Programs > I found IDT Audio and successfully to uninstall it.
7. No more taskbar refresh or Windows Explore shut down after uninstalled IDT and Sound still works great!!!
8. repeat step 4 to check Windows Error Reporting Services by clicking it. OK then follow system suggestion to reboot.
9. Control Panel still able to open and remain open. Sound still works and no more refresh.
10. From Reliability History monitor found no more Windows Explorer crashing.
I am happy and hope above steps help

 

Cortana dead, Internet Explorer dead, START button dead after latest MS update

Hi Meryl,

Welcome to Microsoft community.

I understand your concerned. Let me help you to fix the issue.

To understand the issue better, please provide us more information.

• 
  Which anti-virus program are you using?
  
• 
  Which Windows update KB number is conflicting to the issue?
  
• What exactly happen when you try to open Internet explorer?

To check the latest Windows update KB number, type update on the Windows search bar and select View installed updates.

Meanwhile, let’s try simple steps and check if this helps in resolving the issue. Follow the below methods.

Method 1.

I suggest you to go to the below link and try the steps on how to temporarily prevent a Windows update.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/3073930

For the issue with Internet explorer try the below method.

Method 2.

Step 1.

I suggest you clear your browser's cache and temporary internet files to make sure that they are not causing your issue. This is often caused by a corrupted file in the browser. Please clear your browser's cookies by following the instructions
on the link below:

• 
  Open Internet Explorer and press Alt + X.
  
• 
  Click on Internet option.
  
• 
  Check on Delete browsing history on exit
  and click Delete.
  

Step 2.

If the issue still persist, I recommend you to reset internet explorer. Follow the below steps

• 
  Open Internet Explorer and press Alt + X.
  
• 
  Click on Internet option.
  
• 
  Click on Advanced tab and click on
  Reset button.
  

Select the Delete personal settings check box if you would also like to remove browsing history, search providers, Accelerators, home pages, Tracking Protection, and ActiveX Filtering data.

Disclaimer:
The Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature might reset security settings or privacy settings that you added to the list of Trusted Sites. The Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature might also reset parental control
settings. We recommend that you note these sites before you use the Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature. Also re-enable the add-ons.

Method 3.

For the issue with Cortana, go to the below link and try the steps.

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Hope this helps. If you need further assistance with Windows, let us know and will be glad to help.