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Microsoft is trying a new way to stop users from downloading Google Chrome. If you open the Chrome download page in Microsoft Edge, you may see a new banner at the top. This version looks different from the usual prompts that ask users to stay with Edge.

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[–] sexywheat@hexbear.net 12 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Microsoft has had to resort to tricking people and coercion to use their software from the very, very beginning. I don't think they have ever produced a software application that people actually enjoy using.

[–] austinfloyd@ttrpg.network 5 points 2 days ago

I distinctly remember enjoying Encarta 95 back in the day. Otherwise, no.