Windows isn't necessarily that heavy; its size depends on the version and features you use.
Windows isn't necessarily that heavy; its size depends on the version and features you use.
The EU enforces tighter regulations compared to Western countries, which explains the delays in Microsoft's acquisitions of Bethesda and Blizzard, as well as Apple's shift to using USB-C. This situation also contributed to Britain's departure from the EU.
Have you ever started a Windows XP installation on current ISP hardware? It’s hard to believe it looks so different from Windows 11. Regarding surveillance, it wasn’t a major issue until Windows 10. Microsoft added telemetry support for older versions like 8 and 7 before that. Before then, only a few people speculated about tracking, such as those who imagined booting a 2017 Windows 10 offline build on modern systems. OS bloat is real, but it’s consistent across all platforms until updates stop. You probably upgrade yearly just to stay ahead of the growing size.
I believe the real issue isn't about unnecessary features or bloat, but about the inability to opt out. People often accept such tools without questioning them, even when they don’t want them. The main concern lies in the limited options available instead of the product itself.