A lot of users have been a bit disappointed with some of Microsoft's recent actions. The software company is trying to do everything it can to drive more users to switch to Windows 10.
In a recent report from Forbes, Microsoft used what has been described as "scaremongering" tactics to convince users about the supposed "dangers" that come with using Windows 7. Now the software giant is resorting to advertising and selling apps, and other services to users. While advertising is not an unusual tactic being used by the software company, this latest venture has them incorporating ads in their upcoming Creators Update.
A Twitter user named Vitor Mikaelson shared a screenshot on his account showing how the latest update is showing users what kind of apps Microsoft thinks they should be using. In the new update, Microsoft will be advertising additional apps along with the ones users choose to install on their devices. On the screenshot shared by Mikaelson on his Twitter account, you can clearly see the word "install" under the Box app highlighted in purple.
The Twitter user claims he has never used the Box app before nor does he want to, but the subtle hint being shown on the screenshot makes it appear like Microsoft is trying to push certain software to its users. The company is not just pushing third party software to its users, it is also trying to advertise its own software through third party programs.
A report posted on Myce shows a screenshot where Microsoft is producing pop-up advertisements for its Personal Shopping Assistant program on Google Chrome. Users don't have to open Chrome to see the advertisement as simply highlighting the app on the task bar will make the ads pop up.
While this might ruffle a few feathers, it is still important to remember that the screenshots showing what the Creators Update will look like are all from the Beta build. This means Microsoft could still make several changes and adjustments before releasing the update this April.
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