Criticizing Microsoft and their mediocre Cortana
Criticizing Microsoft and their mediocre Cortana
I don't own the Widows 10 Home version. Yet, Winget is a free open-source tool from Microsoft that was included in the latest Windows 10 update. It automatically added all apps from the Store and more via it. If you run winget list, you'll see the complete list of installed programs and games on your system, as shown in the Settings section. The final row tells you whether each app is available through Winget, and the column before that displays its current version. You can use winget upgrade --all to update every app on your machine at once, like this:
Name ID | Version | Available Source
I don't believe you've captured every MacOS shortcut mentioned. Still, you're right. It seems you only have Print Screen set to launch Snipping Tools. I think Microsoft chose this approach to provide a uniform experience for most users. There are many features that Mac OS should have had over two decades ago, yet they remain absent. But that's the situation. Similar to Windows, they aren't actively degrading the system. So... individuals often overlook this point (this also affects Windows users examining Apple systems).
Mac OS isn't built as a Linux-based platform. It doesn't strive for every conceivable feature to satisfy everyone, not even the core components or applications available on PCs. It has its own direction and focus. Much like Apple's operating systems.
The issue Microsoft encounters with Windows is the diverse user base it serves. It includes people with varying levels of expertise. This requires balancing both ends. That's why Windows maintains its current form—it sits in the middle between Linux and Mac OS.
A clear illustration is the built-in media player apps on Windows. They aim to play videos using a range of codecs, covering most formats users encounter. It doesn't attempt to be VLC, which overwhelms users with choices they rarely understand beyond basic options. Most people don't need or want those advanced features. They just want their files to play smoothly—playlist, simple EQ, speed control. That's sufficient.
More than that, every system has its limitations. An OS must cater to its primary audience. It's frustrating when your requirements differ from what the product offers... but that's the reality. What seems perfect for one person might seem unnecessary or even silly to another. This is the complex challenge Apple faces with Mac OS and Microsoft navigates with Windows.
@GoodBytes - The winetlist command functioned on both Windows 10 systems. There were numerous items in the Win 10 Home edition, possibly because Microsoft believes it’s necessary. I executed the uninstall command on the HTPC and Cortana was removed successfully. Thanks a lot!
By the way, if anyone is intergested in learning more about winget and what you can do with it, here is Microsoft documentation on it: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows...er/winget/ It's worth a read. It's pretty cool power user tool. Can even help you setup a system for yourself or someone. Like making a script to download and install a bunch of programs. Run it (as admin) and your quickly ready to go. (Mostly, as for sure they are apps not under Winget. You have Epic game, but not Steam. You have Firefox, but not Google Chrome). But whatever, saves time.