Microsoft has just announced a series of changes that are supposed to strengthen the privacy of its users. Changes concern simplified Privacy Settings in Windows 10, as well as reducing the amount of data collected from the company's customers.
First of all, Microsoft released a new web privacy panel that allows users to view and manage their privacy data, such as search history, geographic location, and information that the digital assistant Cortana will receive to provide a more personal experience.
To access this panel, you must sign in with your Microsoft account from address:
Redmond promises to add more functions and categories over time.
As far as the changes that come with Windows 10, Microsoft has announced a new setting for users who install the new operating system. The new option replaces the previous Express settings that occur during Windows 10 installation according to the company.
So those upgrading from Windows 7, Windows 8 or perform a fresh clean install should be able to see what Microsoft describes as “simple but important settings,” while those who already have Windows 10 will be prompted to update their privacy settings with a notification.
These new settings will come with the upcoming Creators Update.
Telemetry settings in Windows 10 will be simplified from three different levels to two, namely Basic and Full. This means that the Enhanced level will no longer exist, and users who use it will need to change to Basic or Full after installing the Creators Update.
According to Microsoft, what is most important is that the base layer will send far less telemetry data to the company's servers.
“These will include data that is vital to the operation of Windows. We use this data to keep Windows and applications secure, up-to-date, and blah blah blah, says Microsoft in announcement of new features.