If you were wondering whether Microsoft could inflict even more damage to Windows' reputation, the answer is yes.
When the Anniversary Update rolls out on Aug. 2, Windows 10 Pro users will no longer be able to turn off certain kinds of advertising. That presents a real concern for admins, who will not be able to keep Microsoft from pushing the likes of Candy Crush Soda Saga onto their domain-joined Pro machines. It's also a frightening concern for anyone who paid for Pro's GPEdit feature.
Microsoft recently announced it will be able to push live tiles for the likes of Photoshop Express onto any Windows 10 PC, unless it's an Enterprise or Education version. Starting Aug. 2, you won't be able to block them.
The announcement came in a little-noticed TechNet post on Tuesday, from 'Softie J. Decker. In the
Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks, and suggestions post, Decker describes the following:
Windows 10, version 1607 (also known as the Anniversary Update), provides organizations the ability to centrally manage the type of content provided by these features through Group Policy or mobile device management (MDM).
