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Microsoft adds free backup app to Windows 10 - but consumers don't like it
By Benedict Collins published
The latest feature added to Windows 10, Windows Backup, has received widespread criticism and cannot be easily uninstalled.
This Windows 11 app deals with bloatware and fine-tunes the OS (including gaming settings)
By Darren Allan published
A helping hand to conveniently configure Windows 11, get rid of the pre-installed apps you don’t need, and more.
Apple App Store isn't as scam-free as you might think
By Mayank Sharma published
Investigation reveals there are quite a few dubious apps on Apple's tightly controlled App Store.
Windows 10 now offers another way to uninstall unwanted software
By Joel Khalili published
Windows 10 package manager now lets users delete software directly from the command line.
Upcoming Windows 10 update may finally crack down on bloatware
By Mike Moore published
Microsoft lets users finally ditch Windows 10 bloatware.
Kill Windows 10 bloatware for good with this new open source tool
By Anthony Spadafora published
Open source tool Bloatbox gives users ability to uninstall every Windows 10 app.
Here's why you shouldn't customise your Android phone
By Jitendra Soni last updated
Excessive manipulation of region-specific settings and adding bloatware make Android devices susceptible to exploits.
Google urged to kill off Android bloatware
By Steve McCaskill published
Android users should be able to remove pre-installed apps, open letter argues.
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