Mozilla Research released an updated investigation revealing that Microsoft continues to employ manipulative design patterns across Windows 10 and 11 to steer users toward Edge. The study, covering multiple global regions, finds that these tactics obstruct downloading, setting as default, or maintaining alternative browsers. Notably, even Windows 10-to-11 migration tools reset preferences back to Edge.
Background
This report updates a previous Mozilla investigation into Microsoft's browser default practices, reflecting ongoing regulatory scrutiny over Windows' preinstalled software and user interface design.
- Source
- Lobsters
- Published
- Jul 15, 2026 at 05:58 PM
- Score
- 8.0 / 10