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Old May 31, 2017 | 11:16 am
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Disabling Win 10 data collection

I don't use Windows 10, so I wasn't aware that Microsoft is gathering all kinds of data on your use of your computer. Apparently been doing it since Win 8.

Here's how to stop it.
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Old May 31, 2017 | 12:12 pm
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Run this program after every Windows Update.

https://www.oo-software.com/en/shutup10
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Old May 31, 2017 | 6:57 pm
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Originally Posted by BigLar
I don't use Windows 10, so I wasn't aware that Microsoft is gathering all kinds of data on your use of your computer. Apparently been doing it since Win 8.

Here's how to stop it.
Interesting read - thank you!
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