If any of the above features seem unnecessary for your Windows experience, you'll want to forego the Express settings and go with a Custom setup. While leaving all of these settings enabled will definitely let Windows do its things as it intends, anyone concerned with their privacy is probably yelling at their screen right now.Ĭouldn't care less about what Microsoft knows about you and want to see every feature enabled? No problem - click 'Use Express settings' and carry on with the setup process. Skype will automatically use your contacts and verify your phone number. Updates will come in from other PCs on the internet and you'll send updates to other PCs. Your PC will automatically connect to open hotspots.įull diagnostic and usage data will be sent to Microsoft.
Page prediction and SmartScreen Filter are automatically turned on, and your internet browsing data will be sent to Microsoft. Windows apps will use your location, Find My Device will be turned on, and your advertising ID will be shared with apps to better personalize your experience. Your speech, typing, and inking input data will be sent to Microsoft for better suggestion and recognition platforms.