I heard Windows 11 has been updated to take screenshots of your computer. Is it theoretically possible for them to delete content from your PC or external hard drives if they can determine that you have pirated content on them? Can they theoretically report you for it? I know it’s unlikely but is it still possible? I’m thinking of switching to Linux and this may be the reason why.

Edit: Thank you all for your educated answers. I really appreciate y’all!

  • @tobogganablazeEnglish
    6•30 days ago

    By “them” you mean Microsoft? Sure it’s theoretically possible. Just not realistic at all. Unless you pirate windows itself, MS doesn’t care about your pirated content.

    There is a much more plausible ways of getting your data deleted or reported, like getting hacked, ransomwared or monitored by the government.

    Switching OSes for that reason is a bit like moving to a bombshelter because you’re afraid of getting hit by an asteroid.