Major update to v16.1

Author: hellzerg

AUTOMATION.md

@@ -93,6 +93,7 @@ To automate a range of operations using a provided template, follow these steps:
 - `UnlockAllCores`: Leave `null` or `false`.
 - `DisableHPET`: Enable or disable High Precision Event Timer.
 - `EnableLoginVerbose`: Enable or disable Detailed Login Screen.
+- `RemoveMicrosoftEdge`: If `true` removes entirely Microsoft Edge. Cannot be reverted!
 
 #### SvchostProcessSplitting
 - Mark `true` to reduce svchost.exe processes for optimal memory.

CHANGELOG.md

@@ -1,3 +1,8 @@
+## [16.1] - 2023-10-21
+- Hotfix: 'Reinforce policies' issues resolved (#401, #402)
+- New: Completely 'Remove Microsoft Edge' option in Advanced Tweaks (cannot be reverted!)
+- New: Selective tweaks for "Optimize Performance" and "Enhance Privacy" (#393, #374)
+
 ## [16.0] - 2023-10-14
 - Hotfix: 'Reinforce policies' crash resolved (#400)
 

FAQ.md

@@ -25,6 +25,9 @@ The decision to disable System Restore is up to you. Keep in mind that disabling
 ### **Should I disable Print Service or Fax Service?**
 If you actively use printer and/or fax devices, it's advisable not to disable these services. Disabling them might hinder your ability to use these devices effectively.
 
+### **My Windows Hello stopped working! Why?**
+You should reset the "Enhance Privacy" and restart your computer.
+
 ### **I cannot log in to Xbox Live! Why?**
 If you're facing login issues with Xbox Live, follow these steps to troubleshoot:
 

Optimizer/CoreHelper.cs

@@ -48,7 +48,8 @@ internal static class CoreHelper
             ScriptsFolder + "GPEditEnablerInHome.bat",
             ScriptsFolder + "AddOpenWithCMD.reg",
             ScriptsFolder + "RestoreClassicPhotoViewer.reg",
-            ScriptsFolder + "DisableClassicPhotoViewer.reg"
+            ScriptsFolder + "DisableClassicPhotoViewer.reg",
+            ScriptsFolder + "RemoveEdge.bat"
         };
 
         readonly static string[] scriptFiles =
@@ -65,7 +66,8 @@ internal static class CoreHelper
             Properties.Resources.GPEditEnablerInHome,
             Properties.Resources.AddOpenWithCMD,
             Properties.Resources.RestoreClassicPhotoViewer,
-            Properties.Resources.DisableClassicPhotoViewer
+            Properties.Resources.DisableClassicPhotoViewer,
+            Properties.Resources.RemoveEdge
         };
 
         internal static void Deploy()

Optimizer/Forms/MainForm.Designer.cs

@@ -79,7 +79,8 @@ public sealed partial class MainForm : Form
         string _repairMessage = "Are you sure you want to reset configuration?\n\nThis will reset all your preferences, including any icons you extracted or downloaded using Integrator, but will not touch anything on your computer!";
         string _flushDNSMessage = "Are you sure you wish to flush the DNS cache of Windows?\n\nThis will cause internet disconnection for a moment and it may be needed a restart to function properly.";
         string _uwpRestoreMessage = "Are you sure you want to do this?";
-        string _reinforcePoliciesMessage = "Are you sure you want to re-apply your current policies?";
+        string _reinforcePoliciesMessage = "Are you sure you want to re-apply your current active policies?";
+        string _removeEdgeMessage = "Are you sure you want to remove Microsoft Edge? You cannot revert it later.";
 
         string _byteSizeNullString = " b";
         string _primaryItemTag = "_primary";
@@ -2183,6 +2184,7 @@ private void Translate(bool skipFull = false)
                 _uwpRestoreMessage = OptionsHelper.TranslationList["restoreUwpMessage"];
                 _reinforcePoliciesMessage = OptionsHelper.TranslationList["msgReinforce"];
                 _flushDNSMessage = OptionsHelper.TranslationList["flushDNSMessage"];
+                _removeEdgeMessage = OptionsHelper.TranslationList["msgRemoveEdge"];
 
                 listStartupItems.Columns[0].Text = translationList["startupItemName"];
                 listStartupItems.Columns[1].Text = translationList["startupItemLocation"];
@@ -3368,7 +3370,7 @@ private void toggleSwitch1_Click(object sender, EventArgs e)
         {
             if (performanceSw.ToggleChecked)
             {
-                OptimizeHelper.EnablePerformanceTweaks();
+                OptimizeHelper.EnablePerformanceTweaks(chkAllTrayIcons.Checked, chkMenuDelays.Checked);
             }
             else
             {
@@ -3642,7 +3644,7 @@ private void toggleSwitch21_Click(object sender, EventArgs e)
         {
             if (privacySw.ToggleChecked)
             {
-                Task t = new Task(() => OptimizeHelper.EnhancePrivacy());
+                Task t = new Task(() => OptimizeHelper.EnhancePrivacy(chkNewsInterest.Checked));
                 t.Start();
             }
             else
@@ -5053,5 +5055,13 @@ private void btnReinforce_Click(object sender, EventArgs e)
                 Application.Restart();
             }
         }
+
+        private void btnRemoveEdge_Click(object sender, EventArgs e)
+        {
+            if (MessageBox.Show(_removeEdgeMessage, "Optimizer", MessageBoxButtons.YesNo, MessageBoxIcon.Question) == DialogResult.Yes)
+            {
+                OptimizeHelper.RemoveMicrosoftEdge();
+            }
+        }
     }
 }