I heard Windows 11 has been updated to take screenshots of your computer. Is it theoretically possible for them to delete content from your PC or external hard drives if they can determine that you have pirated content on them? Can they theoretically report you for it? I know it’s unlikely but is it still possible? I’m thinking of switching to Linux and this may be the reason why.

Edit: Thank you all for your educated answers. I really appreciate y’all!

  • evasive_chimpanzee@lemmy.world
    41·
    6 months ago

    While I agree with you, I think Microsoft as a giant corporation could still go for the “shoot first, ask questions later” approach, and delete your content and make you appeal if you disagree.

    • grue@lemmy.worldEnglish
      2·
      6 months ago

      Yeah, that’s the “(and the possibility does make using Windows untenable)” part.