Microsoft, the tech giant behind the world’s most popular operating system, Windows, is preparing for the upcoming end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025. In anticipation, Microsoft has rolled out a new update specifically addressing changes mandated by the European Digital Markets Act (DMA). This update focuses on how users in the European Economic Area (EEA) sign into apps.
The DMA aims to regulate the behavior of large tech platforms, and Microsoft’s update aims to comply with the new rules. One of the key changes is a modification to the single sign-on (SSO) notice system. Previously, users in the EEA who signed into Windows were presented with a prompt asking if they wanted to use their Windows login credentials for apps. However, this prompt appeared more frequently than intended, causing inconvenience for users.
To rectify this, Microsoft has implemented a fix in the Release Preview and Beta Channels for Windows 10 users. The update aims to significantly reduce the occurrence of the SSO notice, allowing users to seamlessly access apps without being repeatedly asked for their credentials. While the update offers a significant change for Windows 10 users, it’s important to note that the update is relatively light in terms of added features.
This update is a crucial step for Microsoft in its ongoing efforts to comply with the DMA, demonstrating the company’s commitment to ensuring a smooth user experience for its users in the EEA while adhering to the regulations of the European Union.
