: Includes your name, email, and contact info if you use a Microsoft account. Device & Configuration
Disabling updates blocks security patches but does not stop basic telemetry. Worse, it creates security vulnerabilities. Instead, configure updates to manual approval without disabling the update service entirely. : Includes your name, email, and contact info
: Automatically downloads drivers and manufacturer apps. Users can customise this to prevent automatic downloads. : Users can choose whether the setup process
: Users can choose whether the setup process automatically downloads the latest updates, drivers, and compatibility fixes during installation. Installation Improvement Program : Includes your name
: This feature allows the installer to check for and download the latest setup files and drivers from Microsoft. While it ensures the most current installation, it necessitates sending hardware configuration data to Microsoft servers.
: Information on how you interact with apps and features, including error reports (crash dumps). How to Configure Privacy Post-Installation
The keyword suggests a need for an authoritative guide covering privacy implications, installation options, and best practices for these specific (and now legacy) Microsoft operating systems.