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tnonate committed Jun 21, 2024
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4 changes: 2 additions & 2 deletions src/pages/en/guides/moderately-important/desktop-settings.mdx
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- Windows Update: By default, Windows 11 automatic updates are enabled. I still recommending checking this tab periodically to ensure there were no errors updating (especially after the second Tuesday of each month, as this is when Microsoft pushes most of their updates).
- Windows Update > Advanced options > Optional updates: I recommend checking this setting while you're checking your other system updates. These updates include things like drivers that will help keep your system running as smoothly as possible.
- Download [WindowsSpyBlocker](https://github.com/crazy-max/WindowsSpyBlocker/releases) and run it. Select option 1 "Telemetry," then option 1 "Firewall," and finally options 1 and 2, "Add extra rules," and "Add spy rules." After that's done, type "back" to go back to the previous menu, then select option 2 "NCSI," then select either option 2 or option 3, "Apply Debian NCSI" or "Apply Firefox NCSI." _(Note: I have since come to realize that this setup can sometimes interfere with official Microsoft websites and programs such as MSN and Teams. If you rely heavily on these services, I recommend only adding the "spy rules" and not the "extra" rules.)_
- If you don't plan to use a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns), then I encourage you to use an [Encrypted DNS Resolver](https://www.privacyguides.org/dns/). Follow [these instructions](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/how-to-enable-dns-over-https-doh-in-windows-10/) to change your DNS. Select "Encrypted preferred, unencrypted allowed" if the option is available. If the option is not available, the rest of the steps should still apply.
- If you don't plan to use a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns), then I encourage you to use an [Encrypted DNS Resolver](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/). Follow [these instructions](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/how-to-enable-dns-over-https-doh-in-windows-10/) to change your DNS. Select "Encrypted preferred, unencrypted allowed" if the option is available. If the option is not available, the rest of the steps should still apply.
- Advanced users who want more granular control and feel comfortable making extreme changes may want to look into [W10Privacy](https://www.w10privacy.de/english-home/) and [Bulk Crap Uninstaller](https://www.bcuninstaller.com/) to remove additional, pre-installed bloatware and [Portmaster](https://safing.io/portmaster/) or [Simplewall](https://www.henrypp.org/product/simplewall) for additional firewall controls to block outgoing connections and further reduce data collection by Microsoft and other third parties.

**Given the choice between Windows 10 and 11, you should pick Windows 11.** Experts agree that Windows 11 is [significantly more secure](https://www.pcmag.com/opinions/windows-11-is-ultra-secure-dont-mess-it-up) than Windows 10. However, Windows 11 also comes with some strict hardware requirements. If you are unable to use Windows 11 for any reason, I have listed my recommended settings for Windows 10 below.
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- Update & Security > Windows Security > Open Windows Security > Firewall & Network Protection: All firewalls on
- Update & Security: Backup:
- Download [WindowsSpyBlocker](https://github.com/crazy-max/WindowsSpyBlocker/releases) and run it. Select option 1 "Telemetry," then option 1 "Firewall," and finally options 1 and 2, "Add extra rules," and "Add spy rules." After that's done, type "back" to go back to the previous menu, then select option 2 "NCSI," then select either option 2 or option 3, "Apply Debian NCSI" or "Apply Firefox NCSI." _(Note: I have since come to realize that this setup can sometimes interfere with official Microsoft websites and programs such as MSN and Teams. If you rely heavily on these services, I recommend only adding the "spy rules" and not the "extra" rules.)_
- If you don't plan to use a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns), then I encourage you to use an [Encrypted DNS Resolver](https://www.privacyguides.org/dns/). Follow [these instructions](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/how-to-enable-dns-over-https-doh-in-windows-10/) to change your DNS. Select "Encrypted preferred, unencrypted allowed" if the option is available. If the option is not available, the rest of the steps should still apply.
- If you don't plan to use a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns), then I encourage you to use an [Encrypted DNS Resolver](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/). Follow [these instructions](https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/how-to-enable-dns-over-https-doh-in-windows-10/) to change your DNS. Select "Encrypted preferred, unencrypted allowed" if the option is available. If the option is not available, the rest of the steps should still apply.
- Advanced users who want more granular control and feel comfortable making extreme changes may want to look into [W10Privacy](https://www.w10privacy.de/english-home/) and [Bulk Crap Uninstaller](https://www.bcuninstaller.com/) to remove additional, pre-installed bloatware and [Portmaster](https://safing.io/portmaster/) or [Simplewall](https://www.henrypp.org/product/simplewall) for additional firewall controls to block outoing connections and further reduce data collection by Microsoft and other third parties.

By enabling all of these settings, you are significantly reducing the amount of tracking and data collection these devices perform.
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- Clear browsing data: On exit: check all <sup>(2)</sup>
- Cookies and other site data: Clear cookies and site data when you close all windows: enabled <sup>(3)</sup>
- Security: Always use secure connections: enabled
- **(Skip this setting if using a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns))** Security: Use Secure DNS: With a DNS provider from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/dns/).
- **(Skip this setting if using a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns))** Security: Use Secure DNS: With a DNS provider from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/).
- Private window with Tor: disabled
- Volunteer to help others connect to the Tor network: enabled (_this is a built-in integration of the Snowflake extension discussed above_)
- Shields:
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- After downloading but before installing, disconnect from the internet.<sup>1</sup>
- **(Skip this setting if using a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns).)** General: Network Settings: Enable DNS over HTTPS: Custom: Select a DNS provider from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/dns/).
- **(Skip this setting if using a [VPN](/guides/less-important/vpns).)** General: Network Settings: Enable DNS over HTTPS: Custom: Select a DNS provider from [this list](https://www.privacyguides.org/en/dns/).
- Home: Firefox Home Content: Shortcuts: Sponsored Shortcuts: uncheck
- Home: Firefox Home Content: Recommended by Pocket: Sponsored Stories: uncheck
- Search: Default Search Engine: Pick a [privacy-respecting search engine](/guides/less-important/habits#search-engines).
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