How to disable the spyware in Windows

Megan_Wilson

Considering that Windows 10 for desktop and laptops are full of spyware, forced updates and all kinds of stuff I assume the same problem exist on Windows server, especially the more recent versions. Does anyone know more specifically what spyware is included and how I can block it?

Knut_Engstrom

I abandoned Windows long ago, mostly due to the spyware. But also for the bloatware.

The server version is just as full of that shit as the desktop version as far as I know. You might wanna check out this guide which is a good start: https://www.secpoint.com/how-to-prevent-windows-10-spying.html

Keep in mind tho that these settings are sometimes ignored, and some updates will alter the changes, and turn tracking back on again.

Megan_Wilson

I see :/

Just wanted to setup a simple WordPress blog without all the spyware.

Alan_Rowell

Megan_Wilson Just wanted to setup a simple WordPress blog without all the spyware.

You might want to use GNU+Linux for that instead of Windows, not only will it reduce your costs but also increase your server security. And you don't have to deal with any spyware 😉

babar7

Just leave it all as it is by default. Microsoft says default configuration is perfectly safe.

Knut_Engstrom

babar7 Just leave it all as it is by default. Microsoft says default configuration is perfectly safe.

Well, if you consider ads in the start menu and candy crush installed by default on a server OS "perfectly safe" 🤔

nancycowart

Don't use Windows at all, that's the best way to avoid Windows spyware. 👌

Samuel_Oldfield

nancycowart Don't use Windows at all, that's the best way to avoid Windows spyware.

This doesn't work for everyone tho 👎️

BrittanyCasey

Samuel_Oldfield GNU+Linux is safer and more privacy respecting than Windows tho, anyone who can switch, should switch. After all, most people stick to Windows because of old habits only.