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Browsers like Brave, Vivaldi, and Firefox include strong built-in ad blockers and tracker protection. Meanwhile, Microsoft Edge still promotes ads on the Start page, Bing, and even in the Windows interface. So here’s the question: Should Microsoft — a company that claims to value security and privacy — include system-wide ad and tracker blocking by default in Windows? Or would that hurt the “free web” and advertisers who rely on data collection? Points to debate: Should Windows...

Most people install antivirus software to increase privacy and security. But have you ever wondered how much data your AV actually collects from you? Recent reports and telemetry disclosures show that many antivirus vendors — including popular names like Avast, Kaspersky, and Norton — have been caught or accused of: Collecting user browsing data and selling it through subsidiaries. Uploading unknown files or URLs to their “cloud reputation” systems. Tracking app usage, device info, and...

Hello Windows Insiders, we are excited to begin rolling out a new update for the Microsoft Copilot app on Windows that introduces the following changes and improvements: Vision with text-in, text-out: Windows Insiders can now converse with Copilot Vision using text, with Copilot responding in text within the same chat window. Previously you could only use Vision using voice, and Copilot would coach you through it aloud. Share any app or screen, and Copilot can help analyze, offer insights...

Just curiosity: Global Privacy Control — Take Control Of Your Privacy

Table of Contents YouTube Ghost Network Existed For Years Network Targets Users Looking for Cheats and Free Premium Apps 1. Enable Your Antivirus Immediately 2. Disconnect From the Internet 3. Scan Any Connected Devices for Malware 4. Uninstall the Illegal Software, Hacks, or Cheats 5. Don’t Log In to Anything 6. Use a Different Device to Change Passwords 7. Consider Getting New Credit Cards Avoid the YouTube Ghost Network Scam...

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Hi, This evening I will be receiving my new laptop. In the past I have done all privacy and performance enhancing changes manually. I have seen post of programs (like O&O shutup) which perform these tweaks automatically. Therefor I am asking for recommendations for programs which helpt to streamline Windows 11, e.g. - disabling telemetry (without breaking or reducing Windows security and updates) - removing Microsoft store apps and games which come with every fresh Windows 11 installation...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out updates to Paint to Windows Insiders in the Canary, Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11. Paint (version 11.2509.441.0) In this update we are introducing Restyle, an AI-powered feature that lets you transform the art style of images on the canvas. To get started, open Paint and select the Restyle option from the Copilot menu. Choose from a preset list of styles and select the Generate button. Once the restyled images are generated, you...

Windows 11 KB5070773 emergency update out to fix Recovery failure in Windows 11 25H2 / 24H2 https://www.windowslatest.com/2025/10/21/windows-11-kb5070773-emergency-update-released-to-fix-winre-issues-in-windows-11-25h2-24h2/

I'm really confused here. I am using DefenderUI (Agressive Profile) & i noticed today that my `Cloud-delivered protection & Automatic smaple submission is off" & disabled (This setting is managed by your administrator). This is my own personal pc so i am the administrator. Cloud-delivered protection is on according to DefenderUI but not according to Windows. Here are some screenshots: