Subject to change. Back when I worked for the railroad, I had an old-timer tell me one of the motivations from switching from steam to diesel locomotives was fuel costs. Once the last steam railroad converted to diesel, the price of diesel went up 600%.
Thank you Mr. Braxman, you're a huge inspiration to me! I work in IT and really appreciate your input which I try to convey to my colleagues and people around me.. most people couldn't care less and basically just want the latest shiny new device 😩
This was an important video to make. It contained EXACTLY the information I was looking for on the security and privacy concerns about the new Windows 11 Upgrade.
It says nothing new. You will still have to fight against Windows to maintain your privacy exactly as you had to do in Windows 10. Are you ready to re-check all those privacy settings every time Microsoft installs a new update? Nothing more to see here, move along.
Thanks Rob. I started working in IT in 1969. I’ve been a system programmer working with mainframes in big companies. We knew years ago about upcoming data crimes. As the system person, I was always in charge of the security. I had to grant acces to groups and just close my eyes and sigh, and shake my head. The ABC’s have been in the big corp’s systems since the beginning. Thank you for making more people aware and what they can do to protect themselves more. Thanks for all these videos and the effort. 👍
Rob, thanks for you efforts to support us. Personally, I haven't started my Windows desktop for a year now. Machine was new in 2015, but has been bogged down by all of the items you are speaking of. I'll try setting it up as you suggested in this post.
There does seem to be a general change in how Microsoft views the general situation with data, today. They recently came out in support of a decentralized internet, citing privacy as a primary concern. Then again, Microsoft does have a history with violating peoples privacy. The Windows kernel used to have two universal key-loggers; key.ll and nsakey.dll. It is entirely possible that they have been removed but, it's also possible that they've been renamed and/or moved to a different location.
universal key-loggers; key.ll and nsakey.dll. ? Learn that there is no dot after dll When you have more text to write - START /CONTINUE on the next line -- Like so The Windows kernel used to have two universal key-loggers; key.ll and nsakey.dll It is entirely possible that they have been removed but, it's also possible that they have been renamed and/or moved to a different location. Also do not bastardize the language by writing I've they've They're Learn to write high-level grammatical English I have - They have - they are When you write like an uneducated peasant that is what you make yourself to be. That becomes your default position. Read more BOOKS to better educate yourself and become fluent in the English language. You owe it to yourself to better educate yourself. Good luck. No need for anyone to reply - as I am too busy to read your replies.
@@andrew_koala2974 -- The distinction you're pointing to is formal vs. informal writing practices, and the former are appropriate for "high-level" academic publications, technical journals, and so on. In "high-level" literature, contractions are common. Samuel Johnson used them, and he was the most highly regarded literary critic in the English language in the 18th century. He also wrote the first real dictionary of English. Jane Austen used them. Shakespeare used them. -- Pedantic elitism is a gateway self-indulgence to a totalitarian mindset. You should have that examined.
those, aren't keyloggers my guy. Those are cryptographic keys used to verify aspects of the OS. The original motivation for adding a dedicated NSAkey was because of gov overreach that labled any encryption key over however many bits as a literal military armament, so if you wanted to export an OS overseas you'd either need to go through all of the paperwork of being a literal arms dealer, or just use a weaker encryption key.
but the point is you should not have to do all those things just to use a tool that you supposedly own. they still own it and can turn on any of those features that you so confidently assume are turned off. I turned off telemetry, it would always turn back on after an hour or so, whether online or offline. I don't trust any of those settings to do what they say they're doing. Esp. in the current environment! it is, like Apple, just a spy machine, why not recognise that from the start? One of the few options we have left is a choice whether or not to make it easy for them to collect their precious data.
its crazy that we have such little choice and options without getting into linux distros it is a sad state of affairs that is all about control for their new world normal .
@@muzieklover7704 Rubbish. That's what you do on Linux by default anyway, it has nothing to do with privacy. Not being logged in as admin just makes it less easy for malware that you download to do damage on your system, it is just about permissions. If anything, being logged in with an account named "John Smith" rather than "root" or "administrator" makes you more trackable because there's a unique identity assigned to the session. You need to understand the difference between "security" and "privacy"- they are very different concepts.
@@terrydaktyllus1320 Not sure why you have comprehension problems. I responded to the poster about the PRIVACY settings that turned on again. It is exactly because of him using an admin account. Those settings cannot turn on if you use a non-admin acc. Quit with the condescending tone, i know the difference between security and privacy.
I love your content and it makes me much more aware of what's happening with my privacy. One thing I'm really interested in learning more about, is how to avoid softwares we use for work (eg. Adobe suit, autodesk, etc) I usually block them to access the Internet.. But sometimes it breaks the licences or somehow they still able to share some data.
Read the documentation on Microsoft's own website. A few years ago they listed what they were looking at in "required telemetry" but now they only give you vague examples of what is "required telemetry." Also the telemetry that is vaguely defined is spread out over many Microsoft documents, so to see what they say is being observed by Microsoft is harder to find. The only thing they say they are not doing is looking at the contents of your files, but only under certain circumstances, again according to THEIR OWN documentation.
Thanks Rob for the instructive and illuminative video! You mentioned before about cleaning, wiping off lots of privacy invasion points in Windows 10. Could you please do a video on which items should be best eliminated from the OS? or please indicate if you have already done so and which one was it. Thanks,really appreciate it.
It's summarized at the end. Remove Microsoft ID. Windows permissions off. One Drive. App Security (Location, etc. off). Use ShutUp10++ tool to check your settings
Finally some relatively good news. This video is everything what common people need. It took me some time to config my PC and you teached me some extra things
Unless you analyze packets sent to microsoft, you cannot claim the os doesn't use a centralized ID. Your ip, your version, your product key. Those are the real centralyzed ID. All accounts ever made or logged in with as well as each activity will be centrally logged. Im suprised at you brax, I know you know this.
Yes if you have a router with CFW that has data logging you won't believe the amount of bandwidth Microsoft consumes on a computer just sitting idle (sleep off) with a fresh up to date install in a months time.
In my experience, people that say "I am going to go to Linux" never actually do it. They just "grandstand" in public messaging forums but when it comes to expending time and effort to do what they say they are going to do, they can't be bothered - and continue to let Microsoft be their abuser anyway.
@@terrydaktyllus1320 I am actually writing this comment from a laptop that I insatlled MX Linux on. It is true that innertia and procrastination made me delay installing Linux, but Windows 10 not booting any more helped me get to work.
LIke #116. Keep up the good work Rob. Love my Braxphone. When I explain to people a condensed version of what it [BXphone] does compared to what their own phones do - they look at me like im "Mork from Ork". hahaha. So you must be doing something right eh....
About a de-googled phone, I usually just explain "Wifi Triangulation" tracking. As far as "why bother, when you're not doing anything illegal?" My fave stuff to ask newbies are: I did not want an advertiser repeating what they hope what "must be" wrong with you, until your subconscious makes exactly that go haywire in agreement. Accounting for our every move - it's as if advertisers are our authoritarian parents or jealous about-to-be ex - I didn't enjoy being treated like a misbehaving teen. Also - how much faith do you have - given the ability to track our every move - that this will never ever get out of control, given how fast "fair" authorities can switch to being fascists?
No, it's a bad option. If you have to constantly fight against an OS to maintain your privacy (bearing in mind that settings can be changed back each time an update is applied, exactly as Windows 10 was shown to do), then it's not something you can trust. Therefore you shouldn't be using it. If you merely accept the OS that is installed on the brand new PC that you renew every two years, then the problem is your laziness in not exploring better and more secure options.
@@terrydaktyllus1320 Let me guess, Linux right? Why do you think Rob will chat BS, knowing he's got huge security knowledge? Rob said once you tweak Win 11 it is as secure as Linux, I would take his opinion any day over yours.
@@madness1931 true but an average lnterweb consumer normie can use linux. they all need browsers these days. I literally only use browser, pdf viewer and vlc player on my pc fir last few months. Since my pc does not support win 11, I probably switch to the linux.
I tried Linux, but there are some problems: Constant small bugs and sometimes weird behavior (thanks Nvidia...), and also apps that I rely on aren't there (mainly the Affinity design suite) / don't have a viable alternative (yet). Basically, my only option is to use a MS or Apple device for work. I was actually planning to get an M1 Macbook (I love the design and attention to details), but after seeing all that privacy and repairability problems I will more likely use Windows, even if it is a bloated and inconsistent mess. Hopefully one day, I will be able to fully switch back to Linux :)
@@madness1931 Can you point me to that person who spends 70% of their time troubleshooting Linux? They sound like someone who puts in considerable effort to get Linux to work, clearly in their case they have some "unusual" problems with it and I'd like to offer them my free assistance, given my expertise in Linux. Would you like to point that person in my direction and I will happily see what I can do to help them? Off you go then, you have stuff to do for me now, rather than (I suspect) "parroting" what "a bloke in a pub" told you about Linux.
If you want to install Win11 from scratch, you don't need an ID. Just start the install, when it "requires you to get online to continue the install", plug in the ethernet, hit next, then unplug the ethernet. I do this often with my clients.
The more I watch your videos, the more this technologically me begins to understand enough to actually learn something. This video was a quantum leap for me - if I follow you completely and accurately - lol. Still have windows 10, but will get windows 11 when I am ready to figure out how. Thank you.
Reports are coming in that latest builds of windows 11 are making it nearly impossible to change your default web browser from Chromium Edge... it seems Microsoft hasn't given up their desire for complete control just yet.
Still difficult although due to a lot of complaints they did make it easier again in later builds. Of course finding these menus, even as a tech its like playing cat and mouse as they change or increase the complexity where the average user has a large amount of difficulty, often the need to call a tech for what should be a simple task. Very good point you have!
Thank you very much for the encouragement on windows 11. For those of us who are not so tech savvy could you make a step-by-step video for those of us purchasing a new Windows 11 computer? This would be a video that we would pause and follow step-by-step as we’re setting up the computer. This video is extremely helpful in that area however I think again for those of us less text savvy like myself that a strictly targeted step-by-step procedure while setting up a new computer. This Would be immensely appreciated!
The issue is the reverse and I hope you can appreciate this. The majority of computer users use Windows. So would you like me to ignore them and not include them in the quest for privacy? Or instead, do I become inclusive and help all I can help even if they're not techie? But let's be clear, Apple is crap. I cannot make MacOS or iOS private so I give up on that.
@@robbraxmantech Thank you for the reply. But there is nothing that can save windows. The best thing would be to migrate all users to Linux. Show them that there is something far much better. Show them how to escape being slaves. The only viable use case for windows is games. All other serious stuff should be left to Linux.
BRAXMAN HAS BEEN BOUGHT!!!1! HE'S ONE OF THE LIZARD PEOPLE NOW!!!!!!!!! Okay, let me be honest -- this isn't the video I was expecting from Rob and I have to say that I was a bit surprised by some of his findings. I'm also impressed that a guy that many people unfairly describe as paranoid did a very even-handed review of W11. Still sticking with GNU/Linux though.
I purchased a new PC. It was delivered in December. Wish I'd seen your video before I turned it on and went through the setup. I had to use my MS I'd during setup. PC came with a trial of 365 which I never intended to use. Long story short, I Uninstalled the free trial software after I changed to a local login. What really got me is not all of the folders/files were removed. Not only that but the AppData folder was built under the MS ID. I'm struggling getting help to fix it.
I just upgraded about a week ago, and I must say, I am very pleasantly surprised by the performance and the new settings app. The visual design of this OS is by far my favourite of all Windows versions, and this is after hating the visual styles of every Windows version since Windows 8. It just feels very well put together, even though there are still some odd things here and there, such as the ancient control panel, but thankfully these things no longer get in the way, like they used to on Windows 10. Knowing that you have found no real security/privacy problems with this version just solidifies its place as the best version of Windows so far.
Whoa, I'm not used to good news. How refreshing. I'm getting a new machine - it has windows 11. I came straight here for the scoop. Thanks Brax. I will use the recommendations you provided. Appreciated!
Users still need to disable any and all unsolicited data collection from W11. As in any data collection that the user did not have the option to turn on and off. Obviously, this is more of a channel geared towards privacy. However, general privacy safety does not mean it isn't harmful to user intended functionality of the system. In fact, the vast majority of spyware in history does not necessarily try to hack pii or compromise anything. Yes some do. But the vast majority of spyware infections, collect the exact same exact type of data as the MS spyware that is built into Windows. Just because it isn't what is considered "harmful" to privacy does not make it any less unsolicited data collection - commonly known as spyware. So even though the built-in spyware of W11 may not be harmful to pii or anything from a privacy standpoint. Any and all spyware (even if just collecting minor data or diagnostic data) is still harmful to PC and internet usage. When not an iota of anything whatsoever should be running offline other than whatever application the user is working on. And not an iota of anything should be accessing the internet other than what the user is requiring online. Perhaps not a big deal for standard users. But for some professional users, there needs to be absolute zero anything accessing the internet other than what is meant for intended use. That means no spyware (data collection), no matter how benign, should be running on the system and/or accessing the internet. It all needs to be completely disabled. Not be cause of privacy threat. But for functionality purpose. Spyware/data collection should not be running at all or accessing the internet whatsoever.
Kaspersky outed Win 10 for back doors. Many have complained it would not allow your password. If you set up a password and change it occasionally you will find your new password won't work. Try your initial password it works, this is their back door they always have access via your first password.
One drawback in your video/situation, it appears, is that everything said applies only to an upgrade from 10 to 11. Can OneDrive, for example, be effectively disabled on a fresh Windows 11 machine?
Thank you for this video! Aside from the left over files from OneDrive, Cortana and other trial software I Uninstalled, I got the permissions right 😁 It made me feel a little better. Love your videos, always so helpful.
Hi Rob. You have implied in multiple videos that you use Windows. Since you've mentioned that Linux distributions are more privacy-respecting and secure in general than Windows, could you please explain what makes you choose Windows as your desktop OS instead of a Linux distribution? You've also mentioned in this video that in terms of app security, Windows 11 may now be said to be more secure than Linux OSes. Is there any way we can make app security and sandboxing tight in Linux? Which distro should be used keeping this mind? What tweaks should one do? Would appreciate a reply. Regards
I understand that. And Linux is the safest since open source apps guarantee there are no secrets. However given the choice between Apple, Google, and Microsoft, it is clear that to help the majority of my followers who are not Linux users, then Microsoft Windows 11 is a better option. So unless you want Apple and Google to win, I have to offer alternatives
@Alb Don Seems not to be the case on Win 11. I did a bunch of updates (insider builds) and settings remained . Some people I know who use mainstream build have received updates too and settings also remained.
Thank you for your work and sharing of information. You truly are amazing for all the knowledge you share and honest approach to all the material you present/review.
Just found you after trying to research privacy concerns which comes as default on some computers 💻. Subbed and will be going through your other videos.
Hey Rob, I love all your videos and I watch all your videos and this one is in my top 10 so please make more like these with step by step instructions similar to what you did in this one. Quick question, In Windows security I also turned off Cloud Delivered Protection and Automatic Sample Submission, should I keep these off or not necessary?
Perfect! I'm setting up orphanages and laptops for people to use and I need to have a strategy for deploying laptops and shared devices so I'm not in a constant state of worry caused by knowingly neglecting this area to save time and having to redo it later when I really won't have the time and perhaps after damage has been done. "There is never time to do it right the first time, but there will always time to do it over again later after something happens or as required for insurance approval."
I don't agree that Microsoft is more secure because it allows to have multiple IDs. All of those IDs can be linked to the CPU ID and/or MAC addresses and thus uniquely idrntifies the machine. A real private solution would be using Linux with a minimalistic Windows virtual machine for the few things that are not available on Linux.
I don't know what you're talking about, Mr. Braxman, cause you can have a different apple id for the system, one for the store, one for itunes, both on ios and mac os... plus you don't need to watch a youtube video to find the option to create a local account on mac os. you don't need an appleid to use the os at all.
Can you make a video about how some security mechanisms people could use to improve the Linux desktop? You claimed Windows 11 can be very secure now with settings adjusted and that might be true. But I think it would help Linux users to setup their devices as well. For example there's full disk encryption, homed encryption on user by user base, bubblewrap which is also used by flatpaks to manage permissions on application level and Wayland is providing you options to limit screen access for screenshots and recording. Also there are SELinux and AppArmor of course. I remember your videos about chroot were quite interesting because Linux gives you a lot of options in terms of sandboxing. Anyway good video.
What I was talking about is the use of SELINUX and AppArmor. What newbie Linux users think is that just by installing SELINUX/AppArmor that you are protected. But that's not the whole story. This is the primary reason that mainline Linux is not suitable for mobile use (security wise). This could be a video topic though I'm not sure it will get a lot of views.
@@robbraxmantech Yes, I understand that. I'm currently involved in developing applications for the Pinephone. Though security wise it's a pretty terrible option currently with a 6 digit pin being a root user password. So I'm going to look into how Linux can be made more secure and how this could be setup more easily. I know some distros provide SELinux out of the box. But I still haven't heard of much software to use/configure it. The most promising things I've seen so far from usability standpoint are flatpaks to handle permissions/access for applications and the concept of homed providing an encrypted home directory. Because full disk encryption might be better overall to prevent tempering but it's still flawed on a multiple user machine when everybody needs to know the password.
I've been researching SELINUX since the beginning of the Linux phone discussions 3 years ago now. And this is what makes Android stand out. They've laid out the foundation for a robust permissions interface. SELINUX is compiled into every executable on Android. On mainline Linux, this is just a general permission layer that's not broken out into specific permissions. This is the main change to Linux that was made by Android. Normally we don't worry about this too much on Linux since apps from repositories are open source. But you cannot control a rogue app installed manually.
Thanks for this and all the other privacy videos. Like always, privacy is a give and take situation. By locking app permissions they are pushing their appstore revenue and limiting the independent programer. But I am sure there's a way of circumvent this issue like the SideLoad Apps. in Android. Best regards and keep it up with your awesome job
@@paaao No, that's not irony, that's just you trying to back down as gracefully as possible because you know you've been proven wrong. What he calls himself is his business but I suspect that's not even his real name that he uses. You clearly have yet to understand how to use multiple identities and having no relationships between them is the key to privacy.
This made me feel much better about Windows 11. I was dreading having to update someday... but I'm a gamer and linux gaming is a bit much for me so I didn't see myself having a choice
Brax, do you do Openbsd review? Would love to know some of your thought/&knowledge on that OS. Thank you for your valuable information. Totally appreciated almost all of your videos.
Securing Windows 11 is like pre-ordering a pizza that you know has olives on it, and then picking off all of the olives because you don't like olives before you eat the pizza! Why am I going to waste my time installing Windows 11 knowing that I have to spend additional time making it private, and probably having to repeat the process every time a new update goes onto it, when I just install Linux and have it be private and secure out-of-box? How hard to some people have to work, and how much time do they have to waste, just to not expend the effort learning and using the best OS there is for your privacy?
@Wester Quoth I use Gentoo Linux but I wouldn't recommend it to everyone because it is a more "advanced" distro. If I get new people into Linux, which is reasonably often, then I usually start them off on Ubuntu or Linux Mint.
Have used the O&O Shut Up 10 for ages - seems to work perfectly in Windows 10, and only needs repeating after updates to the OS. Glad to see it will work in Windows 11 also - not got 11 yet, but will bear that in mind - gets rid of so much bloatware in 10 - I have to say, along with CC app, is my most favourite addition. Excellent video as always Rob.
I don't think O&O removes everything but better than nothing. They have other apps similar that remove even more, though I can't remember the name of it. Not sure if its updated for win11 yet.
What about the TPM? Your Bitlocker settings in 11 aren't released to a Linux Distro, and it's enabled by default. This means you can't see your Windows stuff from a Linux OS. This means if your computer OS has a problem, you can't load a Linux OS, execute a backup, and use that to reinstall Windows to fix it. I had a person who's password was forgotten, and didn't have access to their online account. I backed up her files, deleted the OS, reinstalled, and replaced all the lost information. Also, I remember seeing that Microsoft can remove any app from your computer that you install without your permission. If this is true, it's still not your PC.
Rob, look up Jody Bruchon's channel. He's demonstrating how Windows uses TPM and the EUFI BIOS to only allow a MS Windows platform to be installed on the hardware. This is not directly related to privacy in the way that you probably meant but it basically restricts the user from putting whatever O/s the choose on the hardware that they bought and (supposedly) own.
I got Linux to dualboot with Windows 11 on my laptop with no issues. I'm disturbed by the increasing control Microsoft and Intel are getting over our machines with TPM but there is way too much rant to signal in Brouchon's vids for me to sit through. I need to figure out what to do, not how pure Brouchon's soul is. For this Rob is a breath of fresh air.
Thanks for the tips Rob! I am looking forward to install Windows 11 on my laptop, once Microsoft fix the battery life issues. How is your battery life comparing to Win 10? Thanks.
Are there any methods to script out changes to all the Windows 10/11 settings? I've been working on some WIN10 VMs and it is getting to be a real pain to lock down each user. A method to script chnges to Edge/Firefox/Chrome settings would be helpful as well.
So my new win 11 will not let me set up a different user account without using an email account like you show about 8:45 under Microsoft I'd. Can you address this or should you remove this video.
Excellent video thank you I was waiting for you to do windows 11! Now PLEASE do Android 12! Android 12 for both googled and degoogled phones (not sure if degoogled phones get Android system upgrades)
10:14 I use windows local account, even on 10. But I do have windows 11 now. That was an upgrade as well. Also what about telemetry? Is that still sending to home what the user opens and keystrokes?
One word : YET Fool me once shame on me, .... Nothing prevents them from ruining it bit by bit in due time. Trust was broken. Bridge burned down. There is no reason not to use linux.
@@DirkLarien All software has issues. It's just what issues each user will put up with. Windows does a good job at combining advanced user functionality, while still being very user-friendly. If that means that I need to run something like a firewall (a good practice to have, even on Linux and OSX), I don't mind.
Looks like MS finally broke the cycle of one good one bad OS release. Really like 11 so far, and it's great to hear from a privacy stand point, we are good. With precaution that is...
I finally got windows 11 (it didn't ask when I reinstalled the original OS, and the option to make someone without a microsoft account looks like it is gone. edit, i found it and they moved it.
Hi Mr Braxman, appreiate your input on how we can be safe from Microsoft ,just one simple question, I am on Window 10. is there any advantage to upgrade to Window 11? Thanks
Your video is a year old as of my comment dated April 22, 2023. As I follow your instructions they have changed the options-I do not see "Add a user without a Microsoft account" And the dialogue box looks completely different on my Windows 11 than what I see here in your video. What I am prompted to do is add the new users email address. On the surface that appears to defeat the purpose. Furthermore you inferred that one could sign out of their admin account but that is not possible unless another account is first added-I assume that is when signing out of one to log into another would be possible. Apparently MS has gotten wise to this and thus has changed the option to simply add a local account. Please update this video-your followers depend on you to provide the most up to date info. TY in advance.
@@robbraxmantech but TPM 2.0 devices are limited as of today. I use a 8 years old laptop and it still works just fine for my needs. I would rather switch to linux than win 11.
Yes, given the limitation, you should switch to Linux. You have to make an investment in learning with Linux so it is not for everyone but if you can, do it.
@@robbraxmantech i have used linux distros last year for my then second machine. I am familiar with the console and the common commands. I actually go with that experience to be able to use linux as daily OS for me
Windows has 90% market share, it rules the world. Even Linus Torvalds admitted that the Linux Desktop is a failure. And Mac is overpriced, locked-down, and full of bugs.
@@DerekDavis213 Yes, and everyone who uses Windows but knows other systems as well is never happy about Windows, but instead just puts up with the operating system's bullshit. I don't think this will change. And due to Microsoft's clever and "forceful" marketing since the 90s, most people are even oblivious to alternatives, so they don't even know how much "without problems" a computer can work.
@@Seegalgalguntijak I've been using Windows for 20 years, and I'm very happy with: very reliable, all software and hardware is made for Windows, and WIndows is cheap too. A free download from Microsoft, and $12 USD for the product key. What else is there that is even *remotely* comparable with Windows?
@@DerekDavis213 I used Windows 3.0, 3.11, 95, 98SE, NT4.0 and 2K. Didn't even switch to XP, because every new version hid what was truely going on in the PC a bit better from the user. In 2006, I stopped using Windows, and I'm happy that now I have an OS that gives me all access, and which doesn't use GUI to obscure knowledge about how computers work. I think this is geared deliberately towards "dumbing down" its users, because that way, users can be more easily incapacitated from doing what they want with their machines, I reference the 2013 talk "The coming war on general computation" (or something like that) by Cory Doctorow. Granted, I have to chose which hardware I buy with regards of Linux compatibility, but that hasn't ever really limited me in what I can do. Plus, I just don't like the way of thinking you need to apply in order to operate a Windows machine - starting with small things like drive letters or mouse-wheel-scrolling not happening where the mouse cursor is located, but instead in the window which has the focus. But also that you basically learn "click orders" in order to achieve certain things (mostly administrative in nature), instead of learning how the system really works. In contrast to that, I'm really happy with a system that's totally open to me as the user in regards of its intrecate functionalities, so it's all logically comprehensible, while with Windows, it often isn't. Starting with, again, little things, like how Microsoft calls their Linux-subsystem for Windows the wrong way, thex call it Windows-Subsystem for Linux, when in fact, it's a Linux-Subsystem for Windows. They've got their thinking all twisted around somehow, and it shows in so many more places, not just what I've listed as examples here. So basically, let's say: I don't like it, I don't like using it, I don't like having to download software programs from some potentially shady website, I don't like how they all don't update through the system update functionality, I don't like how there's no shared library system, I don't like how you need antivirus stuff and how they don't even show filename extensions by default, making inept users click on a malicious file "file.pdf.exe" with an Acrobat reader icon, and how this file automatically has the right to be executed.
@@Seegalgalguntijak You wrote 'every new version hid what was truely going on in the PC a bit better from the user' What are you talking about? There is Task Manager, Event Logs, Administrator Command Prompt, Registry, Group Policy Editor. Nothing is hidden, all the tools are available. Linux is ok for hardcore geeks that have lots of experience and time to work out the bugs of day-to-day use. For 99% of people, Linux Desktop is not practical. Mr. Linux (Linus Torvalds) said so himself. And Mac is an overpriced joke, hardware that is not upgradeable or repairable, and a poor quality OS with tons of problems. And now Mac has abandoned x86 processors, and is using a weak ARM cell phone chip instead. That just leaves Windows.
Now using Windows 10 faced with upgrade offer to 11. My mindset is eventually dumping Windows and going to Linux. SImply haven't chose the timing for this. Still undecided on the Linux interface/GUI. How many vote for running WIndows and Linux on separate hard drives first while commiting to a permanent chage vs taking the dive all at once?
Great Video Rob! Thinking I might upgrade, but Windows says my PC doesn't meet the current system requirements. I saw a video that showed something about turning on the Trusted encryption chip, and a few other things that will allow a PC to run Windows 11. Any ideas? Thanks
