I've been struggling to get rid of Copilot after the latest Windows updates. The usual ADMX template method to "Turn Off Copilot" is no longer effective. I tried blocking the Copilot packaged app through Applocker, but it led to issues with essential Microsoft Store applications like Calculator and Notepad, and even caused problems with the Taskbar and start menu on some machines. Since Copilot seems to reinstall itself daily, I thought about a daily PowerShell script to remove it, but I'm worried that's not a reliable fix. Are there any better strategies I might be missing? By the way, we don't use Intune.
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Just curious, why are you so determined to get rid of Copilot? Is it causing specific compliance issues for you?
I feel your pain! The latest updates have made it a nightmare for those trying to control what's running on their systems. Maybe consider creating a task that checks and kills the Copilot process at startup, in addition to your PowerShell script. It’s not a perfect solution, but it could add an extra layer of defense.
Yeah, it's like trying to fight off a persistent illness! Stopping Microsoft from pushing Copilot everywhere feels nearly impossible. You could use some workarounds like Group Policy settings, but they might not be foolproof anymore with these updates. How about running a script that removes necessary permissions for Copilot? It might make things harder for it to reinstall with every update.
That sounds like a solid plan! Just keep in mind, if you change permissions, make sure it doesn't mess up the needed functionalities for your apps. Always good to back things up first.
Yes, it’s crucial for us! We're dealing with ITAR data, and having AI potentially scraping user files goes against NIST800 standards. Microsoft claims they can opt-out, but who knows how long that will be effective.