Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – The Windows 11 version 24H2 update has received criticism from users and experts.
They asked about privacy and user control over a new AI-based feature called Recall. Despite the company’s assurances about privacy and control, Microsoft’s approach to Recall has raised new concerns in the technology world.
Recall is an AI-driven tool. It is capable of recording user activity on the screen and inserting it into the timeline. This tool allows users to look back at their previous work or tasks and find items easily.
Even though Recall sounds like it makes users’ work easier, many people think that this feature interferes with privacy.
This feature should be disabled by default, but with the 24H2 update, Recall appears on all systems.
One of the main problems users face is the inability to disable Recall. Testing by experts, including Chris Titus Tech, a well-known YouTuber and software developer, shows that attempts to disable Recall cause problems.
For example, if you disable Recall in file explorer Windows will lose Dark Mode and support for multiple tabs. This indicates that Recall is becoming tied to the Windows core system. As a result, many users were surprised and didn’t like this change.
The increasing use of AI in Windows, such as Recall, is creating a debate around user privacy. Many critics believe that these features come at the expense of freedom and privacy, although the company argues they can help find old files.
Recall’s integration into the system has caused some to compare it to previous controversies surrounding Windows 10 telemetry.
And ultimately, Microsoft needs to find a middle ground between AI features and user choice if it doesn’t want to be protested in future updates.
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Windows 11’s Recall Feature: A Privacy Nightmare or Just Lack of User Control?
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Ah, Windows 11 version 24H2. Just when I thought it couldn’t get any worse, Microsoft reminds me they still have a few tricks up their sleeve. This latest update is getting more mixed reviews than a salad at a barbecue (and by that, I mean most people just don’t want it). The culprit? A shiny new AI feature called Recall that’s raising eyebrows and privacy concerns alike.
What on Earth is Recall?
This AI-driven tool records your screen activity and then casually tosses it into a timeline for your viewing pleasure. It’s like having a nosy roommate that never leaves—always watching your every move and storing it for “future reference.” Microsoft promises it will make your life easier, or in their words, “help you find old files.” Sure, and a banana peeler helps me find my lunch!
Privacy? What’s That?
Now, before you throw your hands up in horror, let’s talk privacy. Many folks are understandably miffed about Recall. Users have expressed concerns about privacy violations and how much control they truly have. In a world where your toaster can now send tweets, trusting tech companies with your personal information feels like trusting a cat with your goldfish.
The kicker? While you’d imagine this feature should be disabled by default, it appears on all systems like an overzealous pop-up ad. More importantly, if you try to disable Recall, Windows throws a tantrum. Just picture it: you disable Recall, and suddenly, it’s adios Dark Mode and multi-tab support! So, you’ll be left with a Windows experience that’s about as fun as watching paint dry.
The Experts Weigh In
YouTube tech guru Chris Titus Tech, who looks at these updates with more scrutiny than I look at my tax returns, tested this feature and found it tied up with the core Windows system tighter than a kid on Christmas morning. In short? If Recall’s not for you, tough luck! You’re going to have to deal with Windows losing its marbles along with your privacy.
The Great Debate: AI vs Privacy
The growing trend of integrating AI into everyday tools has sparked a debate hotter than a hot sauce-eating challenge. Critics argue that these features compromise our freedom and privacy. Microsoft aims to convince us that this is all about making life easier, but it sounds more like a slippery slope to surveillance if you ask me. Remember the uproar over Windows 10’s telemetry? This feels like déjà vu, folks!
Will Microsoft Learn?
Ultimately, it’s clear Microsoft needs to find a sweeter spot between AI features and user choice. Otherwise, the company may find itself on the receiving end of protests reminiscent of a Beatles concert—lots of noise and waving hands, with everyone feeling misunderstood.
So, my dear Windows users, if you’re considering the 24H2 update, take a deep breath and read the fine print first! Microsoft seems intent on reminding us (once again) that with great features come great responsibility—or at least, a serious need to keep an eye on those sneaky updates.
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