Windows 11 'Spying' Controversy Debunked, But Microsoft Faces Calls for Better Privacy Transparency

Summary

A controversy arose over a Windows 11 background process, 'Windows Health and Optimized Experiences,' which some users feared was spying. Microsoft clarified that the process is not new, collects local diagnostic data, and only sends it to Microsoft if the user actively submits feedback, highlighting ongoing privacy concerns and mistrust in Microsoft.