Microsoft PC Manager app can now be downloaded from the Store

Is this app really useful or just developed in the wake of competition?

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Updated onFebruary 16, 2024

updated onFebruary 16, 2024

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Microsoft started testing an app called PC Manager in 2022, and you could download it from theMicrosoft PC Manager official websiteto free up RAM, delete unwanted files, and block malicious apps using Windows Defender.

After almost 18 months of testing, it is out of Beta and is available in the Microsoft Store on Windows 11 & 10, including x64 and ARM architectures.

ThePC Manager appaims to address common pain points of users, including low storage, low memory, system lag, pop-up ads, and malicious system tampering.

The product description on the Microsoft Store says:

Microsoft PC Manager is an officially launched desktop security tool aimed at global users. It integrates Windows antivirus engine, comprehensively building a computer protection system. Microsoft PC Manager adheres to the four product concepts of simplicity, fluency, close to native, efficient and secure, and pure without disturbance. Based on user pain points, it provides a one-stop computer problem-solving solution, addressing issues such as malicious system tampering, insufficient computer space, system lag, and excessive pop-up ads, creating a native Windows system experience for users.

The app was initially customized for the Chinese market but is now available worldwide. However, as of now, it is only available in English and Chinese. Let’s see what this app has to offer:

While examining the features of the app, we realized even though it is a simple app to help novice users get around common Windows problems, it is quite overwhelming.

In each category, it encompasses, Microsoft PC Manager introduces new functions, which is intriguing and makes us question its specific focus, system protection, system optimization, or utility tool.

Also, another thing that we found weird was the fact that the app helps you manage pop-ups, while Microsoft itself is being accused due to its regressive approach of pushing pop-ups to promote its products and services.

If you are willing to give the app a try butit doesn’t install, it could be due to outdated Windows, drivers, or low storage space; read this guide to learn more.

Would you download the PC Manager app on your PC? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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