Hey everyone! I'm a bit concerned about what happens when Windows updates. My Windows machine got interrupted while it was installing updates, and I immediately switched to my Linux Mint system. I'm wondering if Windows updates can mess with the GRUB menu. I've heard that it might make GRUB unbootable, but I wanted to check with you all for more insights because I'm a bit confused. Thanks for any help!
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Yeah, it's a known issue that Windows updates can interfere with GRUB. While it used to happen more frequently, Microsoft has made strides in reducing these problems. Basically, when an update rolls out, it can overwrite the Windows boot manager, which can disrupt the path GRUB needs to load correctly.
Oh, thanks a lot for the info!