Microsoft Windows has crashed, causing disruptions to Windows services globally. If your laptop or PC isn’t working, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Personal and office laptops or PCs around the world are facing the same issue, with Windows repeatedly shutting down and restarting. This situation began on Friday morning, causing widespread concern among users.

What Happened?

At around 11:15 AM IST on Friday, Windows PCs suddenly turned off, displaying blue screens. The restart process began looping, alarming users. The blue screen displayed a message: “Your system has encountered a problem and needs to restart. We are collecting error info and will restart your system.” This is known as the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error.

The issue was caused by a failure in the csagent.sys system file, as announced by Microsoft. The problem was linked to a CrowdStrike update, affecting Windows operations globally. Social media posts from various countries, including India, Japan, and the USA, confirm that many users are experiencing this issue.

What Can You Do?

Tech experts suggest that both hardware and software updates might cause such problems. If you recently updated your hardware or software and encountered a blue screen error, try shutting down your PC. Remove any new hardware and restart your PC. If the problem persists, start your PC in safe mode. For further assistance, use the Get Help app and search for "Troubleshoot BSOD error," following the step-by-step process provided.

Given the critical role of computers in all sectors, the Windows crash on a weekday has severely impacted many users. The rarity of a Windows crash compared to more common social media outages like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook has heightened user anxiety.

Social Media Reaction

People are expressing their frustration on social media, with many memes already going viral. One user on X (formerly Twitter) humorously noted, “Windows users are happy to get a break from work due to the Windows outage.” Another commented, “Microsoft had a solid plan to crash Windows on a Friday.”

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