Microsoft announces plans to eliminate the infamous blue screen of death by implementing a two-second downtime during unexpected restarts, with a new user interface aligned with Windows 11 design. This initiative aims to minimize disruption following a significant outage caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update in July 2024, which led to widespread system failures. “This change is part of a larger continued effort to reduce disruption,” the company stated, emphasizing user experience enhancements.