Microsoft has unveiled significant improvements to Windows 11’s system recovery capabilities, introducing a redesigned Black Screen of Death restart screen alongside an automated Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) tool. These improvements complement Microsoft’s Windows endpoint security platform, allowing security solutions to operate in user mode rather than kernel mode, enhancing system stability and recovery capabilities. The cornerstone of Microsoft’s new recovery approach is Quick Machine Recovery (QMR), which addresses scenarios where devices become stuck in the Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE). When widespread outages prevent devices from starting properly, Microsoft can deploy targeted remediations directly to affected devices through Windows RE, automating fixes without requiring complex manual intervention from IT personnel. These enhancements are part of the broader Windows Resiliency Initiative (WRI), designed to minimize downtime and streamline recovery processes when system failures occur. This modernized restart screen aligns with Windows 11 design principles and will be available on all Windows 11 version 24H2 devices starting later this summer. Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) automatically fixes stuck devices without manual IT intervention. The system is enabled by default for Windows 11 Home devices, while IT administrators maintain full control over enabling it on Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise systems.
This Cyber News was published on cybersecuritynews.com. Publication date: Wed, 23 Jul 2025 09:05:11 +0000