Microsoft Releases Hotfix for Windows 11 October Update Bugs

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A mandatory Windows 11 security update (KB5066835) has caused significant issues for some users, including disabling mice, keyboards, and network connections. Microsoft is working on a hotfix, which may take several days, and recommends checking for updates and rebooting to facilitate the rollback. Temporary workarounds involving registry modifications are also suggested.
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