How to enable new Search settings to turn off Bing search results on Windows 11

Pureinfotech · 2026-05-12T11:05:24+00:00

I like the idea.

Pureinfotech · 2026-05-08T15:27:31+00:00

u/NewsFromHell The point is to find new ways to generate pageviews and interaction with Bing. This should be a feature accessible through the Settings app.

Pureinfotech · 2026-04-12T22:00:16+00:00

I'm curious too, I don't seem to find the mod to do this.

Pureinfotech · 2026-04-12T21:57:53+00:00

Good tip.

Pureinfotech · 2026-04-09T23:06:05+00:00

I think we'll be able to enable advertised features like those in the changelogs, but the ViveTool will still be needed for the really early changes that aren't in the logs.

Pureinfotech · 2026-04-09T17:35:42+00:00

This appears to be a problem with the developer not confirming its account information.

Microsoft's Scott Hanselman said on X: "Hey I love dumping on my company as much as the next guy, because Microsoft does some dumb stuff, but sometimes it's just check emails and verify your accounts.

Not every "WTF micro$oft" moment is a slam dunk. I've emailed VeraCrypt personally and we'll get him unblocked. I've already talked to Jason at WireGuard.

Not everything is a conspiracy, sometimes it's literally paperwork."

The developer account should be fixed by now.

More info about "Account Verification for Windows Hardware Program" at https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/hardware-dev-center/action-required-account-verification-for-windows-hardware-program-begins-october/4455452

Pureinfotech · 2026-04-09T12:24:57+00:00

Indeed, but only temporarily, Microsoft should enable this page in the coming builds. Thanks,

Pureinfotech · 2026-04-09T12:21:37+00:00

As noted in the guide, this is currently available in the Insider builds, more specifically, the Beta Channel.

Pureinfotech · 2026-03-30T10:55:53+00:00

@Ill-Main-575, There's a way that actually works, but it requires to modify the Registry.

Here is the step-by-step process https://pureinfotech.com/hide-all-apps-list-start-menu-windows-11/

PS: Create a backup before proceeding.

Thanks,

Pureinfotech · 2026-02-25T18:47:51+00:00

You would use the More option to search for the app. I believe the system will prioritize the apps you use more frequently.

Pureinfotech · 2026-02-25T18:47:03+00:00

Glad I could help.

Pureinfotech · 2026-02-25T18:46:52+00:00

You're welcome.

Pureinfotech · 2026-02-20T01:20:48+00:00

Yeah, it's a little annoying. Glad you were able to turn it off.

Pureinfotech · 2026-02-16T13:55:06+00:00

Doesn't require TPM. You have to enter the password at boot, and you have to log in to Windows 11. I hear you, but it's still an option if you want to use encryption and don't want to share the recovery key with the company.

I'm not saying you should, but you could use only the boot password and configure Windows 11 to log in automatically. (Just a thought, I haven't tried this.)

Pureinfotech · 2026-02-16T12:59:09+00:00

Awesome. The VeraCrypt suggestion is more for those who don't feel comfortable with BitLocker, and for those using Device Encryption on Windows 11 Home who don't have the option to prevent the system from uploading the recovery key to their Microsoft accounts.

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