Why are newer versions of Windows considered spyware?

  • Melody Fwygon@lemmy.one
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    2 days 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.

    • Arkham@beehaw.org
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      1 day ago

      Is it possible to convert an existing Home installation to a Pro installation without completely wiping the system and reinstalling everything?

      • hietsu@sopuli.xyz
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        5 hours ago

        You can type these magic words to your search engine: Microsoft Activation Scripts (MAS)

      • Smoke@beehaw.org
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        1 day ago

        Yes, Settings -> Update & Security -> Activation will give you an offer to upgrade your edition of Windows or change your product key.