Why are newer versions of Windows considered spyware?

  • Onomatopoeia@lemmy.cafe
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    2 days ago

    Easier to link am article than write one myself.

    I only glanced through this one, it may not be 100%,but it gets the salient points.

    https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/18770/the-truth-about-windows-10-spying-on-almost-everything-you-do/

    The problem mostly exists on Windows Home versions, since they’re not managed by am orga izatkom. Plus during initial setup it makes it seem like a Microsoft account is required, which means MS collects a lot of activity data about you.

    I only run Pro, and disable many of these unused services with tools like O&O Shutup and setting specific registry keys.

      • Melody Fwygon@lemmy.one
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        7 hours ago

        Unfortunately no. Home edition will actively ignore Group Policies and Registry keys relating to privacy.

        You would be better off using a 10 Pro license or pirating 10 Pro and keeping it from phoning home.