#DMAcompliance

New Windows driver blocks software from changing default web browser

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April 7, 2024 at 11:42AM Microsoft has introduced a Windows driver in the February updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11, named UCPD.sys, which prevents users from manually changing the default browser using tools like SetUserFTA and SetDefaultBrowser. This driver locks down UserChoice Registry keys, affecting protocols and file associations. The change may relate to … Read more

Windows 10 KB5034203 preview update adds EU DMA compliance

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January 23, 2024 at 02:14PM Microsoft released the January 2024 preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, adding Digital Markets Act (DMA) compliance for European users, allowing uninstallation of all apps by March 6. KB5034203 is an optional update for testing fixes and improvements. The update also addresses specific issues and can be manually installed … Read more