Block unwanted installations and updates from Microsoft Edge with this useful, free Chromium extension
Block unwanted installations and updates from Microsoft Edge with this useful, free Chromium extension
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Program license: Free
Developer: Microsoft Corp
Version: 11.0.14393.0
Works under: Windows
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Program license
(2 votes)
Free
Developer
Version
Microsoft Corp
11.0.14393.0
Works under:
Windows
Pros
- Blocks Edge from being automatically installed
- Works for both single and networked computers
- Is simple to use and easy to install
- Comes directly from Microsoft
- Free to use
Cons
- Doesn't work for all versions of Windows, like older ones
Microsoft Edge Chromium Blocker Toolkit is a remarkably simple program built for one purpose, and one purpose only: To stop Microsoft Edge from automatically installing on your computer. Yes, that's right. That's it.
As any Windows user knows, Microsoft's preferred internet browser is the Edge. Many users have a variety of other preferences, such as Chrome and Firefox. As such, they don't want the Edge. Unfortunately, many Microsoft computers will automatically install Edge or attempt to make Edge the default internet browser. That's where the Blocker comes in: It will adjust your computer's programming and stop the Edge from automatically installing. Its purpose is slightly broader than that, as it also stops the program from being loaded, or from being selected as the default internet browser.
Furthermore, the program works on more than just an individual computer level. If installed properly, users can apply the settings and use of the programs to all computers on a network. This will stop Edge from being installed on any of the networked computers. While this installation is obviously a little more complicated, it still works well and is worth checking out if you manage a network across many computers and don't want Edge installed or used.
Even better: This app comes from Microsoft itself, not a third-party developer. That means you can trust it, as it is Microsoft developing a free program designed to work on its own computers. It also means that you can rest assured that the program will not impact more than the installation of Microsoft Edge. This also guarantees that there are no privacy threats to your computer or network
Pros
- Blocks Edge from being automatically installed
- Works for both single and networked computers
- Is simple to use and easy to install
- Comes directly from Microsoft
- Free to use
Cons
- Doesn't work for all versions of Windows, like older ones
