Declutter Microsoft Windows -- remove Copilot, Widgets, and News and Interests from the taskbar

Microsoft has introduced features like “News and Interests” and the “Copilot” AI assistant to its operating systems. The aim is to provide quick access to information and productivity tools, but not everyone appreciates those tools and plenty of people would prefer a cleaner taskbar, like we had with the likes of Windows 7. Disabling these features can streamline the desktop interface and potentially improve system performance. This guide will show you how to remove News and Interests on Windows 10 and disable Copilot and the Widgets feature on Windows 11. SEE ALSO: The best Windows tweaking and customization tools on… [Continue Reading]