Microsoft May Force Ads Into File Explorer on Windows 11
In recent years, Microsoft has experimented with the idea of putting ads into its operating system. Now, the company is experimenting with showing them in File Explorer, which may mean users will find it hard to avoid ads on Windows 11.
As reported by Bleeping Computer, an Insider tester noticed new ad banners appearing in File Explorer. These run along the top of the window, so they're always visible as you browse your computer's files.
These adverts are, for the time being, focused entirely on Microsoft products. The example that the tester provided was advertising Microsoft Editor and asked the user if they wanted writing suggestions across everywhere they type.
