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Atlas OS 21H2 aggressively blocks Microsoft telemetry endpoints via hosts file entries and registry tweaks. This means no usage data is sent back to Microsoft servers, reducing network overhead and privacy concerns.
Why? Because removing Defender, disabling firewall rules (optional but common), and disabling Spectre/Meltdown mitigations can expose you to known vulnerabilities. The Atlas team is transparent: this OS is for **dedicated gaming rigs” where performance > security.
Your frame rate won't double, but your 1% lows (stuttering) disappear. The OS stops fighting your game for CPU cycles.