Microsoft has removed references to the discontinuation of the Windows "Control Panel" following public outcry. It is unclear whether this indicates a reversal of plans to eliminate it.
On Microsoft’s support page titled “System Configuration Tools in Windows,” it was recently stated that the “Control Panel” is in the process of being deprecated and will be replaced by the “Settings” application. However, after the backlash and negative feedback from users, Microsoft has removed this statement.
The original message read: “The Control Panel is in the process of being deprecated in favor of the Settings app, which offers a more modern and streamlined experience.” This text was present until the evening of August 23, 2024. However, in the early hours of August 24, this phrasing was modified to: “Many settings in the Control Panel are in the process of migrating to the Settings app, which offers a more modern and streamlined experience.”
The “Settings” app was first introduced in 2012 alongside Windows 8. Since then, there has been ongoing discussion about completely replacing the “Control Panel” with this app. Yet, it has been 12 years since the potential replacement's release, and the “Control Panel” remains accessible.
Microsoft continuously adds new features to the “Settings” app to draw attention away from the “Control Panel.” For instance, the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27686 now allows users to modify laptop power settings based on whether it is plugged in or running on battery. Previously, this could only be done in the “Power Options” menu on the “Control Panel.” Despite this, some features still remain exclusive to the “Control Panel” or are implemented more conveniently there.
Source: Tom's Hardware
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