Secure your system by disabling unnecessary permissions and using trusted software.
Secure your system by disabling unnecessary permissions and using trusted software.
They shouldn’t take anything from my computer. I’ve already shared a post about setting up an external firewall.
The old telemetry tools let you find apps that can stop background services, but you can't just change Windows settings for this. The firewall won't help unless you block specific Microsoft IPs, which you could set up in your localhost but might cause issues.
It's a solid approach, though the optimal method is to avoid Windows entirely ^^ https://www.debian.org/
Basic telemetry is essential for maintaining stability in Windows. Switching to basic mode will eliminate the extra data gathering. Following the Windows Terms of Service means simply keeping telemetry at its lowest permitted setting. Disabling Cortana won’t affect the registry. I enjoy having Ubuntu dual booted, though it does mean missing some Windows features and a slightly less smooth experience.
Obtain a license for Windows 10 Enterprise, then adjust the telemetry setting to Security. Further steps will still be necessary, but this approach offers the simplest method to significantly cut down data collection. Check out the strategies I’ve shared in this blog post on controlling data gathering in Windows 10: O&O Shutup10 is a useful tool. You may also find this resource helpful: https://fdossena.com/index.php?p=w10debo..._1703.frag Ensure Cortana is turned off or removed. Avoid using online Microsoft services such as One Drive or Skype. For a more private setup, consider a Windows 7 Ultimate license and use the ISO available here in my post. Disable Windows Update after installation. If you need targeted security patches—like those against WannaCry ransomware—download only those updates via WSUS and install them manually, leaving automatic updates disabled. Always review any security updates you plan to apply, as some include telemetry data.
It appears highly unlikely unless they intentionally designed it to fail if it can't connect. I don't think this makes sense naturally. I haven't seen it, but if it mentions blocking certain OS functions, that would raise red flags and suggest a switch to Linux.