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Microsoft addresses Windows Recall backlash, promises to fix security issues and make it opt-in (www.windowscentral.com)

submitted 5 months ago by [email protected] to c/technology

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Yeah I don’t know what to do with this. I’m about to start to start wfh and handle a lot of data that cannot be shared and comes with big fines for mishandling. I have to have office, mainly excel. Is Apple my only option? I know Linux exists, but I’m not a power user, I struggle with my printer.

[–] Randelung 2 points 5 months ago

I would recommend a VM to try a few things. HyperV, while not the greatest, is good to start off and comes with Windows Pro. Set up a Debian or Ubuntu and a Windows VM and take away its internet. That should get you most of the way.

[–] seanziepples 1 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Is your company not providing you a computer? It's up to them to manage that risk.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 5 months ago (1 children)

I am going wfh and I have to use their one drive to access client data. They will provide a computer, but versus my home setup it’s simply not worth it. I saw the idea about virtual windows and Linux machine. I’ve never done it but I imagine I can with some trial and error. But I’m wondering if even that is safe.

[–] seanziepples 1 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

What do you mean it's not worth it? If you use the company's computer it's on them to handle all the liability. If you use your own computer then you're now on the hook. It is 100% worth it to use the company-provided computer.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Basically, they provide a decent Chromebook. It’s nearly impossible given the actual tasks. So I need to find a better way.

[–] seanziepples 2 points 5 months ago

That's not on you. I would communicate with management and illustrate that you can't do your job without a proper computer. If they refuse to help, get it in writing. You should not be held accountable.