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  1. Microsoft's New Notifications: Are They Just Ads in Disguise?

    Ah, Microsoft. Always keeping it interesting for Windows users, huh? Recently, a development sparked some heated reactions in the Windows community: Microsoft is serving up what it calls "notifications" in Windows 11. But let’s cut through the corporate gloss — these “notifications” are clearly...
  2. How to Disable Ads in Windows 11: 6 Simple Steps

    Ads. They’re everywhere—on your favorite websites, your social media feeds, your apps, and now even baked into your operating system. Yes, Microsoft has seriously leaned into the advertising game with Windows 11, slipping in ads and "suggestions" into nooks and crannies you might not expect...
  3. Stop Windows 11 Ads: 9 Simple Tweaks for a Cleaner Experience

    Let’s face it, folks—if there’s one thing that irks Windows users more than a surprise update at midnight, it’s the relentless barrage of ads and promotional content infiltrating our beloved operating system. Ever since the introduction of Windows 11, Microsoft has poured more ad-laden content...
  4. Windows 11 December Update KB5048667: Ads, Features & Security Fixes

    December is upon us, and while most of us are preparing for the holidays, Microsoft has dropped its latest security update for Windows 11. The KB5048667 update, part of the monthly Patch Tuesday, introduces a controversial feature: “personalized offers,” which, let’s be honest, can be better...
  5. Microsoft 365 Android Ads: When Premium Services Go Ad-Supported

    Imagine paying for a premium service and getting nagged by ads regardless. Frustrating, right? Well, Microsoft 365 users on Android are living this unfortunate reality. The PDF viewer bundled with the Microsoft 365 app has started displaying advertisements—at the top of the screen—for its paying...
  6. Microsoft 365 Ads in PDF Viewer: Users Left Unhappy

    Imagine firing up your trusty Microsoft 365 app on Android to check out a PDF, only to be greeted by an ad — for a cryptocurrency exchange, no less. Does this feel like the tech dystopia of tomorrow? Nope, it’s happening today. Microsoft has decided to venture into unfamiliar (and arguably...
  7. How to Disable Annoying Ads in Windows 11

    If you've ever found yourself drowning in ads while just trying to navigate your Windows 11 experience, take heart—you're not alone! Microsoft's push to promote its products, from Xbox Wireless Controllers to the latest Call of Duty, can feel intrusive. Fortunately, there's a way for you to hit...
  8. Windows 11 Users Face Increased Ads: What's Happening?

    In an unexpected twist in the world of operating systems, Windows 11 users are now facing an uptick in promotional content within the platform. While it seems Microsoft is keen on pushing itself into the limelight through persuasive notifications, many users have been left scratching their heads...
  9. Microsoft Eases Windows 11 Promotion: Full-Screen Ads Ceased for Users

    In a surprising twist, Microsoft recently ceased the intrusive practice of displaying full-screen advertisements promoting Windows 11 upgrades to some Windows 10 users. This decision, which Microsoft claims was made "to honor your feedback," marks a significant shift from the aggressive...
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    Navigating TikTok Ads: Tips and Insights

    Hey everyone, I've been diving into TikTok ads recently and had a few questions I was hoping to get some insights on. Specifically, I'm curious about the best practices for optimizing ad performance on TikTok. Are there any particular strategies or tips that have worked well for you...
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    Microsoft Store game has big advertising GLiTCh

    Windows 10, Microsoft Store, Mahjong Ultimate Collection used to only have 2 normal small ads on the bottom right, but now it has a HUGE ad that takes up most of the screen. I cannot see the game I am playing, and it is obviously not supposed to be this way. It is not a resolution or driver...
  12. VIDEO TOP 10 FUNNIEST SUPER BOWL ADS 2020 - Best Ten Superbowl LIV Commercials

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  13. Windows 11 Eliminate Permanent Ads On The Microsoft Edge

    Good afternoon friends, See if you can help me with this issue. How can I eliminate all kind of permanent ads on the Microsoft Edge homepage, whose example is attached and marked with an arrow. Ads appear more often whenever I open a news page inside the Edge homepage. What I want is to see what...
  14. VIDEO Microsoft RANT File explorer might have ads for services and software from Microsoft

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    unwanted ad in the right corner of the desktop

    How can I remove the unwanted AD in the right corner of my desktop? I tried to uninstall and adwcleaner, it didn't help. Please help!
  16. Changes to Youtube

    It looks like there were changes made to youtube that push more embedded video ads. If you have an ad blocker such as ghostery it will now completely break youtube videos. I for one wasn't to pleased about that and with my ad blocker disabled I was seeing quite a few ads. Needless to say I...
  17. Steven Black Hosts File causing problems

    I was using the Steven Black Hosts File to block malware and Ads. But lately the DNS Client kept activating and using 30 - 50% of my CPU and blocking me from doing anything online. By googling the symptoms of my DNS Client getting stuck like that I found that it can be caused by too large of a...
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    Windows 10 HELP! Virus (Seemingly Unfixable)

    I haven't contacted an actual technician, but i've contacted windows support 4 times, and none of their ways worked. I really dont want to reset my system. -Symptoms- Every time I click it randomly takes me to a click tracker page, and if i hit alt tab I can see tons of ads opened, and its...
  19. VIDEO Watch "Congress releases thousands of Facebook ads bought by Russians" on YouTube

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  20. Monetize your game app with Playtem ads

    Here’s something any would-be game developer who wants to find a good monetization strategy needs to know. The psychology of gaming is weird. I have a friend who hates to pay for games. Her favorite kind of games are the freemium ones that make their money off of in-app purchases. Basically, you...