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It’s a handy feature, but generally isn’tthatexciting.

But the headline leaves out some key information.

Microsoft Edge on Start menu

A thread on the subject onHacker Newsis much more negative.

So, what exactly is going on?

Is Microsoft Edge sending all of the images you look at to a server at Microsoft?

Share UI with image editing tools

Well, yes and no.

The images are cached for 30 days to improve performance."

To me, that doesn’t seem to warrant the fear mongering seen around the web.

Microsoft Edge Scareware blocker

Search for “Enhance images in Microsoft Edge” and then toggle the option off.

Bing search

Microsoft Edge Vertical Tabs

Microsoft Edge web browser app in App Store seen displayed on a smartphone.

Microsoft Edge Sidebar

Google Chrome on PC

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