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Windows-as-a-nuisance: How I clean up a "clean install" of Windows 11 and Edge

I've written before about my nostalgia for the Windows XP- or Windows 7-era "clean install," when you could substantially improve any given pre-made PC merely by taking an official direct-from-Microsoft Windows install disk and blowing away the factory install.

You can still do that with Windows 11, and it's easier than before, but the resulting Windows installation is less "clean" now due to the inclusion of various Microsoft apps and services.

A Marketplace of Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men

Mothers seeking social media stardom for their underage daughters post images on Instagram, drawing men attracted to children. Read more about this disturbing trend here.

The AIs are officially out of control

Google Gemini AI and ChatGPT are delivering unexpected results, raising questions about the future of AI. Learn more about these strange occurrences here.

Block reports Q4 revenue up 24% YoY to $5.77B

Square profits and Cash App revenue have also seen significant growth. Find out more here.

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