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    They annoy me because Microsoft keeps cramming their updates full of invasive spyware/adware and “ai” features that I don’t want and have to jump through hoops to disable

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      O&O Shut Up 10 is the solution you’re looking for. Don’t like a new feature in Windows 11? Turn it off with a toggle switch.

      Also consider MSEdgeRedirect to force Windows to open everything in your default browser instead of Edge, and StartAllBack to fully restore Start Menu functionality.

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        Imagine having to run three separate third-party applications just to stop your OS vendor from stealing your information, selling your data to third parties, removing control of your machine, and otherwise just pissing you off.

        This post brought to you by GNU/Linux gang

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          Imagine having to run dozens of separate modules just to get Linux to work.

          It’s your OS; you’re allowed to customize it with 3rd party tools as you see fit. What a strange hill to die on.