Do you have a dumb question that you're kind of embarrassed to ask in the main thread? Is there something you're just not sure about?
This is your opportunity to ask questions. No question too simple or too silly.
Culture war topics are accepted, and proposals for a better intro post are appreciated.
Jump in the discussion.
No email address required.
Notes -
The answer to your question is that Microsoft only controls one component of the entire user experience, the OS. Most of what you describe, and most of what people complain about, is the result of hardware manufacturers and third party software contributing to the experience.
More options
Context Copy link