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Scarlety
May 19, 2026Copper Contributor
Audio stops working on Windows 10 computer
I have an older Dell laptop 3501 that I updated to Windows 11 a few months ago. Lately when the computer goes idle the screensaver no longer works and the audio stops working, and also if I close...
ZephyrFox
May 20, 2026Steel Contributor
If audio stops working after installing a Windows update, incompatible or partially installed audio drivers can prevent Windows audio services from working correctly. Use the steps below to restore sound.