I don't normally recommend installing Windows 11's optional updates – but in the case of this bug, I'd make an exception

Wondering why your Windows 11 desktop keeps vanishing? It's because of this nasty bug.
Windows Latest

Microsoft says latest Windows 11 issue crashes explorer.exe, makes taskbar disappear, but a fix is rolling out

A bug in Windows 11 is crashing Explorer.exe, which could make your desktop UI disappear, including the taskbar.
Windows Report

Windows 11 KB5074105 Resolves Explorer Freeze at Startup

KB5074105 fixes a critical Windows 11 issue where Explorer.exe could freeze at first login, leaving users without a taskbar or desktop.

Download this free Microsoft File Explorer replacement and thank me later

This free and open-source file manager app for Windows 11 makes Microsoft's File Explorer look antiquated by comparison.
MUO on MSN

5 open-source tools that fix Windows 11’s worst organization problems

Windows 11 broke the basics; these tools put order back ...
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Windows 11 KB5074105 25H2 adds Android Resume feature, direct download links for .msu (offline installer)

Windows 11 KB5074105 is now rolling out, and it's a feature-packed update with Android Resume for version 25H2 or 24H2.