Microsoft isn’t hesitant about promoting its products within Windows. Advertisements can easily be spotted throughout Windows 11, whether it’s in File Explorer, the Settings app, or other areas. Recently, TECHPK discovered an advertisement within a utility app, Microsoft PC Manager, which was updated with features like “Repair Tips,” Files Cleanup, and other enhancements.
In the screenshot provided, Microsoft’s PC Manager detected minor alterations, such as changes to Microsoft Edge’s new tab page and search engine. If you’re using Google or another search engine, the PC Manager suggests “Repairing” your PC by reverting to the default search engine, Bing.
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Is this warning truly essential? If a user is already utilizing the Edge browser, should they be restricted to using only Bing? More importantly, why is this recommendation found under the “Repair tips” category?
While Windows users may tolerate Microsoft’s promotional strategies, this tip could be misleading, particularly when it’s categorized under “Repair.” Consider the scenario where you adjust your browser settings to align with your preferences, only to have them reset to default when using the Microsoft PC Manager app to “repair” your PC.
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This move raises numerous questions, particularly considering the app was developed by Microsoft engineers in China.
It’s plausible that Microsoft may eliminate the Bing alerts from the app upon its official launch in the United States. PC Manager was initially spotted in 2023 and has been gradually improving with each update. The most recent update introduced “Files Cleanup,” which efficiently identifies large or duplicate files.
In fact, Microsoft PC Manager emerges as a reliable choice if you’re seeking a secure alternative to other performance booster apps.
On another note, Google also aggressively promotes Chrome, even within Edge. Previously, it was Edge advertising against Chrome, but now Google displays pop-ups while using Google Search in Edge.
These pop-ups suggest, “Google recommends using Chrome,” accompanied by a “Yes” button to facilitate the switch.
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You’ll also observe similar pop-ups when using YouTube in Microsoft Edge.
The point being, these pop-ups are gradually becoming commonplace, and Microsoft’s competitors are also adopting similar practices.
Microsoft Edge is not to be overlooked; it’s a commendable browser that doesn’t require Windows prompts to bolster its market share. Additionally, Bing has made significant strides, rivaling Google’s capabilities.
Over the past few years, Microsoft Edge has introduced numerous valuable features, including Sleeping tabs, a sidebar, an immersive reader, Workspaces, and more, enhancing its appeal as a browser.
While some bloatware may surface, like the additional Copilot window within Edge and promotions for services like Adobe while viewing PDFs, most of these can be disabled, allowing users to adhere to their preferred settings.