Microsoft Defender Ditches VPN: Say Goodbye to Privacy Protection!
Microsoft is pulling the plug on the Privacy Protection VPN feature in Microsoft Defender. By removing it, they promise to “invest in new areas.” Android users will need to manually delete the VPN profile, but don’t worry—your device won’t explode if you don’t. Microsoft Defender will continue to offer device protection without the VPN.
Hot Take:
Microsoft is pulling the plug on their Privacy Protection VPN feature like a 90’s sitcom getting canceled after one season. I guess it’s back to the drawing board for their next big protective feature—maybe a tinfoil hat dispenser? At least Android users have the chance to say goodbye with a proper VPN profile removal ritual. RIP Privacy Protection VPN 2023-2023, gone but not missed by your parent company.
Key Points:
- Microsoft is discontinuing the Privacy Protection VPN feature in the Microsoft Defender app.
- The removal will take effect on February 28th.
- Other Defender features like device protection and identity theft monitoring remain available.
- Android users need to manually remove the VPN profile from their devices.
- Microsoft aims to focus on new areas that align better with customer needs.
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