Windows 7 Shutting down Windows 7 Spying

[ragnarok1968]

Ok, I Care tremendously about privacy. this being said, I'm very well aware of the telemetry of Windows 7 through today's' Windows 10. So without further discussion, I was able to determine, ascertain and remove certain Windows 7 updates that implement AFTER Windows 7's initial release. I'm now going to give you a link to some of Windows 7's updates and telemetry.

Link: Windows 7 updates that added telemetry

Now.. as for one of the updates mentioned in the article section "Creepy updates" I found one update that was listed in my systems list of installed updates. that update in particular: KB3068708. I located it and uninstalled it. I'll now list some other updates that were implemented and some that replace others.

The updates in question are:
KB3068708 – This update introduces the Diagnostics and Telemetry tracking service to existing devices.
KB3022345 (replaced by KB3068708) – This update adds the Diagnostics and Telemetry tracking service to in-market devices.
KB3075249
– This update adds telemetry points to the User Account Control (UAC) feature in order to collect data on elevations that come from low integrity levels.
KB3080149 – This package updates the Diagnostics and Telemetry tracking service to existing devices.

in order to interrogate what updates are on your system, navigate to control panel> programs>program features>installed updates. I found out how to uninstall these 4 updates through the command prompt and without a restart.

wusa /uninstall /kb:3068708 /quiet /norestart
wusa /uninstall /kb:3022345 /quiet /norestart
wusa /uninstall /kb:3075249 /quiet /norestart
wusa /uninstall /kb:3080149 /quiet /norestart

The Article states that uninstalling these 4 updates should shutdown spying on Windows 7 though windows 8/8.1.

I hope this helps others with identifying these updates and eradicating them from ones system

-Rag

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are concerned about privacy and have taken steps to remove certain Windows updates that implement telemetry in Windows 7 and later versions. You were able to locate and uninstall specific updates, like KB3068708, that introduce Diagnostics and Telemetry tracking services to devices. This action aims to minimize data collection and surveillance activities on your computer.
It's essential to be aware of the updates installed on your system and to take proactive measures to address privacy concerns. Uninstalling these updates has been suggested as a way to prevent spying through these features. By sharing this information, you are helping others who may be interested in enhancing their privacy settings on Windows operating systems.
If other users are facing similar concerns or want to safeguard their privacy, your steps can guide them in identifying and removing specific updates known to introduce telemetry functions. Keep in mind that addressing privacy in the digital age requires being proactive and informed about the technologies we use.