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Microsoft's KB5036980 update for Windows 11 introduces ads in the start menu, allowing users to receive 'Recommendations' from curated developers. It offers the option to disable these ads and ...

John is a writer at Pocket-lint. He is passionate about all things technology, and is always keeping up with the latest smartphone and PC releases. John has previously written at MobileSyrup. When ...

When you boot up Windows 11 for the first time, you're greeted with tons of new features and customization options. Whether it's the redesigned Start Menu, Microsoft Copilot, Phone Link, Widgets, or ...

Microsoft likes to promote its own services in Windows 10 and 11. Tweak these settings to stop the irritating tips, suggestions, and pop-ups. Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 ...

With the recent rollout of the optional update KB5036980 for Windows 11 versions 23H2 and 22H2, Microsoft has introduced a new feature that embeds ads for various programs and services on the ...

While researching a recent Consumer Reports article, I had to create a brand-new Windows 11 user account on my gaming PC. Hoo boy. Within seconds, I had ads on the lock screen, random app ...

Microsoft has begun updating all user’s PCs to start receiving the annoying ads in the Start menu people have been dreading. Fortunately, there is a way to get rid of them. Ads in the Start menu ...

If you're in the market for a new laptop, you'll most likely end up buying one that runs on Windows 11 Home or Pro. However, regardless of the edition, the feature set will mostly be the same. You get ...