01.Is Windows 11 'spying' on you?
Many don't realize it, but Windows 11 sends gigabytes of data to Microsoft's servers every month. This includes what you type (for 'writing learning'), the time you spend on each app, and even your approximate location.
This constant monitoring not only hurts your privacy, but consumes processing and bandwidth, which can cause lag spikes in games and slowdowns when switching between windows.
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Windows creates a unique ID for your device, allowing advertisers to track your behavior across different system apps. Disabling this is the first step to having a clean system.
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02.Disabling Deep Telemetry (OOBE and Registry)
The most effective way to block Microsoft's espionage is through the hosts file or by disabling the DiagTrack services (Connected User Experiences and Telemetry).
By blocking these domains, your computer stops 'reporting' your behavior to the servers in Redmond, making your browsing natively private.
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- **App Permissions:** Disables cameras and microphones for apps that don't need access.
- **Activity Eraser:** Clears the activity history that is synchronized with the Microsoft cloud.
- **Hosts Blocker:** Prevents sending telemetry by blocking the
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Douglas Felipe M. Gonçalves
Expert in Windows system optimization with years of experience in hardware diagnostics, kernel tuning, and advanced technical support. Founder of Voltris and developer of the Voltris Optimizer.
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