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Search Service refuses to run
Ever since installing W11 64 in Novemeber my search function refuses to run. I have tried a half dozen fixes from DISM, to re-specifying Security settings to an re-install via ISO (keeping programs)....
Your frustration is completely understandable—search issues in Windows 11 can be persistent and disruptive, especially after upgrades. Since you’ve already tried many fixes (DISM, security settings, reinstalling Windows, etc.) without success, it suggests the problem might be deeply rooted in system policies, residual settings, or corrupted system files.