Microsoft overhauls Windows Search with cleaner interface, privacy toggle, and removal of ads and web clutter

Microsoft is overhauling Windows 11 search to prioritize local apps, files, and settings over web results while removing ads, promotions, and MSN/Bing clutter. The update aims to make search faster, more relevant, and easier to use.

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