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Why 'debloating' Windows is a bad idea (and what to do instead)
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August 31, 2024

Why ‘debloating’ Windows is a bad idea (and what to do instead)

The term "debloater" refers to utilities aimed at enhancing Windows performance, with 397 repositories found on GitHub offering various scripts and applications for this purpose. Complaints about "bloat" in Windows have existed for years, and while some debloating tools can remove unwanted applications and modify settings, modern PCs often see only marginal benefits from these changes. Users have reported issues such as disruptions to sleep mode and system malfunctions from popular debloating scripts, and there is a risk of introducing malware. Safe strategies for optimizing Windows include removing unwanted apps from the Start menu, uninstalling unused applications, reducing tracking, and disabling unwanted startup apps. Windows generally manages resource usage effectively, and high memory usage does not always indicate inefficiency. Caution is advised when installing third-party software to avoid performance issues.
Windows 11 'Government Edition': What It Is & Why It Might Be Dangerous - SlashGear
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August 15, 2024

Windows 11 ‘Government Edition’: What It Is & Why It Might Be Dangerous – SlashGear

Microsoft Windows holds a market share of approximately 72 percent in desktop operating systems. Critics of Windows, particularly tech enthusiasts, advocate for alternatives like Linux due to concerns over customizability and privacy. A significant complaint against Windows is the presence of bloatware, especially noted in Windows 11, which has faced criticism for intrusive advertisements and privacy issues. The Windows 11 Government Edition was rumored to be a "debloated" version of Windows, free from telemetry and Microsoft applications, but it does not officially exist. The circulating version is a modified and pirated iteration lacking Microsoft affiliation. Microsoft has officially released seven versions of Windows 11: Home, Pro, Pro for Education, Pro for Workstation, Education, Enterprise, and IoT Enterprise LTSC. Using the alleged government edition poses risks, including security vulnerabilities and lack of official support. Engaging in piracy can lead to legal penalties in the U.S., including fines and imprisonment.
Windows 11 "Government Edition" is Microsoft's anti-bloatware nightmare
Winsage
July 3, 2024

Windows 11 “Government Edition” is Microsoft’s anti-bloatware nightmare

There is an unsanctioned, heavily modified version of Windows 11 called "Windows 11 Government Edition" that has been circulating online. This version removes standard components such as bundled apps, multimedia tools, and utilities, resulting in a significantly reduced storage footprint. It can reportedly run on older systems that do not meet Windows 11's strict hardware requirements. Despite the name, this version is not official and is not endorsed by Microsoft.
The best version of Windows 11 isn't made by Microsoft
Winsage
July 1, 2024

The best version of Windows 11 isn’t made by Microsoft

Windows 11 Government Edition is not a real version of the operating system, but it is suggested that it should exist due to the excessive advertisements and unwanted applications present in the current version. The European Union's Digital Markets Act has forced Microsoft to make certain applications uninstallable in the EU, but this is not the case elsewhere. The idea of a debloated version of Windows 11 is appealing to users, but it is unlikely to happen for the general public.
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