Mozilla Report Accuses Microsoft of Steering Windows Users to Edge Over Chrome With Pushy Tactics
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Mozilla report warns that Microsoft pushes users towards Edge browser over Chrome through intrusive ads and prompts during install.
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Report details various obstruction tactics used during Chrome install process to deter users.
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Microsoft imports user's Google data into Edge by default during setup without clear user prompt.
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Mozilla argues Microsoft's practices inhibit browser choice and competition, hopes regulations like EU's DMA will force change.
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Report testing done on Windows 10 and 11, unclear if same practices used globally. Mozilla calls for worldwide regulatory action.