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Without prior notice or explanation, Microsoft now force activates the automatic folder backup with OneDrive feature when you set up a new computer, all without asking you for permission.
When you set up a new Windows computer while connected to the internet and using a Microsoft account, you usually see OneDrive on your desktop. The app synchronizes data from folders—such as images, documents, music, and videos—which can be useful in certain cases.
In the worst-case scenario, however, you may set up Windows and immediately be confronted with a desktop that's cluttered with files and folders. This is likely to cause all kinds of frustration.
Previously, you had to explicitly activate automatic folder backups, and Microsoft would ping you with recurring notifications to remind you of the feature if it wasn't enabled.
Now, however, Microsoft seems to have assumed that everyone wants OneDrive backups activated by default, thus forcing it on without exception. You may not even realize it until you set up a new computer and suddenly see all your old files again.
How to deactivate OneDrive backups
If you don't want your Windows computer to back up everything on your desktop—or in other folders—to OneDrive, you can deactivate it:
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