Pranay Parab

Pranay Parab Freelance Writer

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Pranay Parab is an independent tech journalist based in Mumbai, India. He covers tech for Lifehacker, and specializes in tutorials and in-depth features.

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May 27, 2026

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I don't mind using AI services once in a while, but I dislike it when companies try to shove these services everywhere, even though no one asked for them. Case in point: Microsoft Copilot, which is built into Windows. When I bought my Windows 11 license, it wasn't on my PC, but at some point, the company snuck it, and a host of AI features, onto my PC.

Microsoft has actually walked back this Copilot takeover, however, following pushback from users. The company has started removing "unnecessary" Copilot features from Windows , which is a step in the right direction. However, it's far from perfect, especially for anyone hoping for an AI off switch.…