Windows 11 Debloat - Chris Titus

Microsoft has a habit of re-installing "Candy Crush," "Spotify," and re-enabling "Edge" background processes during major monthly cumulative updates (Patch Tuesday).

| Feature | Stock Windows 11 | Post-Chris Titus (Standard) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | ~140-160 | ~80-100 | | RAM usage (idle) | 3.5GB - 4.5GB | 2.2GB - 2.8GB | | Start Menu ads | "Suggested" apps present | Completely clean | | Context menu | New "Show more options" nonsense | Restores classic right-click (optional tweak) | | Edge | Runs background updater & processes | Removed as a background service (Edge stays installed) | | OneDrive | Persistent folder redirection nag | Removed entirely (if toggled) | | Xbox Game Bar | Recording in background | Disabled (but can be re-enabled) | windows 11 debloat chris titus

Windows 11 is, by many metrics, a sleek and modern operating system. It features a centered taskbar, improved virtual desktops, and better security. However, for power users, IT professionals, and gamers, it comes with a dark side: bloatware . Microsoft has a habit of re-installing "Candy Crush,"