Windows 11 received a significant update this week, promising a refreshed experience for its users. The most visible change is a redesigned Start menu, thoughtfully organized with new sections intended to streamline navigation and access to frequently used applications.
However, a hidden flaw lurks beneath the surface of this otherwise positive update. Users are discovering that closing the Task Manager using the standard 'X' button doesn't actually *close* the program – it silently spawns a new instance running in the background.
This isn’t merely an annoyance; each hidden Task Manager instance consumes approximately 25MB of system memory. Over time, repeated attempts to close the program can lead to a noticeable slowdown as resources are quietly drained.
The issue was quickly identified and investigated, revealing a frustrating cycle of invisible processes accumulating with each failed closure attempt. The impact on system performance can become increasingly significant the longer the bug remains unaddressed.
Fortunately, a temporary solution exists for those experiencing this issue. By opening the Command Prompt and entering a specific command – `taskkill /im taskmgr.exe /f` – all running instances of Task Manager can be forcefully terminated, reclaiming lost memory.
While this workaround provides immediate relief, users are eagerly awaiting a permanent fix from developers. The incident serves as a reminder that even the most anticipated updates can contain unforeseen complications.
