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One of the many reasons why I hate Windows 10. Just get out of my way and let me use my computer how I want.

I'd put on my "smug Linux user" hat but to be honest my distro of choice (Ubuntu) has Amazon search integrated by default. The only saving grace is that it can be easily, completely, and permanently removed with just a couple of commands.

Seriously considering a Macbook for my next computer at this point.

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sleepychu|6 years ago

That amazon integration is finally being removed!

https://fossbytes.com/ubuntu-20-04-lts-drops-amazon-web-app/

maweki|6 years ago

Why is Ubuntu your distro of choice then? No need to throw the baby out with the bathwater by buying into Apple's walled garden.

tgsovlerkhgsel|6 years ago

Because Ubuntu is still the closest you get to "it just works" for Linux Desktops. (Not claiming you actually get there, just close).

endemic|6 years ago

Apple isn't without their own problems: https://imgur.com/a/PFRlJMB

Not as egregious as what MS is doing, but I set my default browser away from Safari on purpose, thanks.

maweki|6 years ago

I think every browser does this. Firefox asks the same thing.

teraku|6 years ago

My "smug Linux user" hat made me install Arch Linux on my private desktop. Still using ubuntu on my laptop and windows (urgh) at work. But also strongly considering Macbook for my next laptop.

danmg|6 years ago

The amazon stuff was always easy to remove and didn't keep coming back. Also, nothing stops you from using a lighter-weight desktop, like lxde or i3wm, if that's your priority.