If it feels like your sleek Windows 11 operating system has turned into a billboard for Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass PC edition, you're not imagining it. Numerous users have taken notice of the increased frequency of notifications that recommend (or let's be honest, advertise) trying out...
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...
Ah, remember the grandiloquent rollout of Windows 11? Microsoft's free upgrade from Windows 10 came with open arms, shiny UI enhancements, and promises of a better, faster, and more unified OS. But let’s call a spade a spade: when something is made to look too good to be true, it usually comes...
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...
How to Disable Ads in Windows 11 Start Menu
Method 1: Using Windows Settings
Open Settings: Hit the Windows key + I on your keyboard or click on the Start menu and select Settings.
Navigate to Personalization: In the left sidebar, click on Personalization.
Access Start Menu Settings: Scroll...