platform design

  1. Why Windows 10's Phone Link Cannot Be Removed: Inside Microsoft's System App Strategy

    For many Windows 10 users, the presence of pre-installed software—often dubbed “bloatware”—remains a point of contention. One such application frequently drawing attention is Phone Link, formerly branded as “Your Phone.” The drive to uninstall or disable these bundled apps is understandable...
  2. Digital Manners in the Age of Anonymity: Restoring Civility Online

    We all know the adage: “Anonymity breeds contempt.” Yet, as digital spaces become society’s new front porch and public square, the discussion around civility—our digital manners, or lack thereof—is more than a fleeting concern. The Newsweek article “Mind your manners” from May 23, 2025, arrives...