[zarathustraa]

> My litmus test for whether Windows is finally fixed is whether of not it’s possible to install it without Candy Crush

https://mspoweruser.com/rejoice-windows-users-candy-crush-is...

What's you new litmus test?

[withinrafael]

Sadly, this story is wrong and stems from a misunderstanding of how this feature works. The OS bootstraps these suggested apps from a configuration hosted by Microsoft servers, not anything present in your ISO. (e.g. https://twitter.com/thurrott/status/1122847063312613377)

[jchw]

Thank you.

I installed Windows as early as last month (in a VM) and still got Candy Crush. This is probably because my ISO image was not fully up to date.

I was not aware of this change but it is greatly appreciated. I can no longer modify the parent comment but if dang or anyone else with permission wants to please feel free.

No need for a new litmus test, though solving the problem of Edge opening MSN ads after updating would probably buy some goodwill.

[jchw]

Correction: It still happens with a completely fresh install, just like withinrafael claims.

https://i.imgur.com/zDWo4Hb.png

Very sad.

[Apaec]

It's still an stupid mistake MS made that could be once back. That's enough for me for staying away from the MS tax for life.

[fortran77]

Mac OSX comes with chess. What's the difference?

[pseudalopex]

Chess doesn't encourage spending money.

[esmi]

Looking over my library I’d have to disagree about that. :)

[w1nst0nsm1th]

Chess is a noble activity.

Candy Crush is pure garbage.

[fortran77]

I just checked my Windows 10 machine that I use every day for 8 hours to get real work done. There's no "Candy Crush" on it.