Windows 11 update breaks File Explorer

Windows 11 update breaks File Explorer - among other glitches
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday fixed several bugs but triggered several problems. Some users are struggling just to install the security update.
Latest Windows 11 update reportedly breaking major parts of the operating system
But that appears to be what's happening, as the latest Windows 11 24H2 update ( KB5051987) is reportedly causing major issues with File Explorer (via Windows Latest) and other software. This is notable because Microsoft has been trying to encourage people to upgrade to Windows 11 and the current 24H2 iteration in recent months.
Windows 11’s February update brings some welcome improvements
With updates KB5051989 and KB5051987, users on both Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2 are getting security fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
Windows 11 KB5051987 breaks File Explorer, install fails on Windows 11 24H2
Windows 11 KB5051987 is not installing for some users and is causing issues. Breaks camera and problems with File Explorer
Windows 11 update is reportedly breaking the operating system's most vital tool
Windows 11's KB5051987 update is causing users problems with File Explorer and, in rare cases, breaking the operating system entirely.
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