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[-] 1984@lemmy.world 41 points 1 week ago

You don't "sideload" an app on your PC, YET. They would very much like to limit your use of your own PC too.

[-] HobbitFoot 5 points 1 week ago

Microsoft has to get money from its Windows monopoly somehow.

[-] daq@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 1 week ago

You basically do already. Most cheaper PCs come with S mode enabled from the store. Turning it off requires accepting a scary disclaimer that it's a permanent change and you're likely to fuck up your computer.

I have to be honest though, I kinda like it for older relatives that I can't convince to switch to Linux. Prevents tech support calls to me. And if Android was setup the same way with a one time prompt, I'd be perfectly happy.

this post was submitted on 25 Jan 2026
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