Topic: Microsoft Surface Go

To combat Windows 10's built-in advertising and telemetry, the hosts discuss the "O&O ShutUp10" tool, which allows users to disable dozens of spying features. They also recount the perennial frustration of trying to install Linux (specifically Ubuntu or Mint) on hardware like the Surface Go, citing BIOS issues and inconsistent installation instructions as major barriers to leaving the Microsoft ecosystem.

A host details a technical failure involving a Surface Go tablet where the master boot record became corrupted. The recovery process using Acronis software failed because the low-level environment did not recognize the USB-C Ethernet dongle or Wi-Fi. The device eventually required a clean install of Windows 10, which resolved performance issues previously caused by BitLocker and failed updates.

The "Off The Grid" (OTG) lifestyle involves using simplified devices like flip phones to reduce smartphone addiction. Statistics show that the average adult spends nearly three hours a day on their phone, with many checking devices during social gatherings, family dinners, and even sex. Adam Curry praises the Microsoft Surface Go for its portability and deep customization options in Outlook, despite the complexity of the software.

A review of the Microsoft Surface Go highlights the benefits of using first-party hardware for Windows 10, comparing it to the Apple ecosystem. The Edge browser is noted for being surprisingly fast and lightweight on native hardware, despite Microsoft's history of driver and sleep-mode issues on third-party devices.