Matrix Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 In context: If you're a Windows 10 user, you've probably run into Microsoft's virtual assistant -- Cortana -- on at least one occasion. For some people, the AI is undoubtedly a useful addition to the Windows ecosystem. For others, Cortana just gets in the way, particularly because she's always been inexplicably tied to Windows 10's Search feature. Fortunately, that may no longer be necessary moving forward. As Microsoft announced in its latest Insider Preview blog post, the company will be "decoupling" Search and Cortana in the Taskbar moving forward. In other words, they will be two completely separate entities; you won't accidentally trigger one when you try to use the other. In theory, this change means Microsoft can update both Cortana and Search independently in the future, without worrying about creating features that impact them both equally. Indeed, in the very same update that this new Cortana-Search split is slated to occur, Microsoft will be "updating the search landing page design," and "enhancing" search results across the board, though it's unclear what the latter means. If you're a Windows Insider in Microsoft's "Fast" ring, you can access this new update right now, as part of Insider Build 18317. If you're a regular user, you'll have to wait a while - Microsoft has likely become a bit more cautious about rushing out its feature updates after the disastrous OS bugs that got pushed out to the public during 2018. Original Article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banned Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 I want Microsoft to provide an easy way to COMPLETELY DISABLE or even Uninstall Cortana and all services associated with it. Otherwise Cortana will remain one of a hundred reasons I will continue to use Windows XP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byntf Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 "Microsoft has likely become a bit more cautious..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byntf Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 "I want Microsoft to provide an easy way to COMPLETELY DISABLE or even Uninstall Cortana and all services associated with it"....see above. The more the "unwashed masses" complain, the more determined the current m.s. management becomes to show that They are The Masters, and they can and will bend you over whenever and however they want to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhruv Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Microsoft will also be keeping reserve 7gb for updates in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matrix Posted January 17, 2019 Author Share Posted January 17, 2019 13 hours ago, banned said: I want Microsoft to provide an easy way to COMPLETELY DISABLE or even Uninstall Cortana This is something that can easily be done just google it.. Like anything these days in regards to Microsoft it comes back to user responsibility to adjust their so called service only system (Win 10) to suite your own needs and if you don't bad luck.. For all the bad in windows 10 its not that hard to make it a good system you just have to take charge yourself google is your friend in this endeavor... One example How to Disable Cortana in Windows 10 Note not tested or used by me just an example.. https://www.drivereasy.com/knowledge/how-to-disable-cortana-in-windows-10/ There are many things I do after installing win 10 it is your choice to decide what you want or don't want its not for me to say whats best for you just know you do have a choice it just takes a little research. Microsoft does not benefit at all by disabling its features so don't expect any help from them... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryrynz Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 On 1/17/2019 at 11:17 AM, banned said: I want Microsoft to provide an easy way to COMPLETELY DISABLE or even Uninstall Cortana and all services associated with it. Otherwise Cortana will remain one of a hundred reasons I will continue to use Windows XP. Really? XP over 10 because of Cortana? Uh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psudo Posted January 19, 2019 Share Posted January 19, 2019 I have the latest fast insider built and tried to remove cortana in powershell. No go. Same "its part of windows". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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