Microsoft's September 2026 Windows 11 security updates are breaking Always On VPN connections, causing systems to remain stuck in a 'Connecting' state or display port-in-use errors. The issue occurs when VPN is configured with automatic protocol selection. Microsoft recommends IT administrators temporarily switch to a single VPN protocol (SSTP or IKEv2 only) while working on a permanent fix.
A user questions what happens to high-end Android phones like the Samsung S22 Ultra after manufacturer security updates end, noting the hardware remains functional but secondhand demand is weak, and asks whether these devices become electronic waste despite their technical capability.