The first ads in the Windows 11 Start menu will look familiar.

The software maker will use the Recommended section of the Start menu, which usually shows file recommendations, to suggest apps from the Microsoft Store.

    • Lucidlethargy@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      552·
      8 months ago

      It wasn’t real the first time, so I’m going to assume this isn’t real, either.

      The Linux fans keep making shit up, so I no longer trust them.

      • CaptDust@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        18·
        8 months ago

        It was real the first time it just didn’t get past the test audience. Now MS is fine tuning the ads and trying to find a balance subtle enough to avoid a full on riot. They’ll get it worked out don’t worry just consume

      • Lemminary@lemmy.worldEnglish
        10·
        8 months ago

        How was it not real? Why are you blaming a tiny fraction of desktop users for the actions of an incredibly greedy corporation known to pull this shit? So strange