Microsoft needs to stop phasing out Control Panel:

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Key FactsWindows 11 update enables new taskbar positions, fixes 995 flaws

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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: zdnet.com

The taskbar can be positioned at the top, left, or right, but auto-hide still works only at the bottom.

The Start menu supports size changes and independent showing or hiding of its content sections.

The Search window now shows suggested or recent searches instead of top apps, AI tools, and promotions.

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