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bharosha
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2 years ago

problem with bing maps (The specified credentials are invalid. you can sign up for a free developer)

One of my many users is getting this error when tried to view the map. 

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    • bharosha's avatar
      bharosha
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      Hi amustafa , I saw the post as well not sure what to do what was done. 

      Do you know what does below mean? 

      I have been blocked all Microsoft telemetry.
      Including in the file host was registered address: 0.0.0.0 dev.virtualearth.net.

       

      how and were to find this out and delete it?

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    amustafa
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    1. Blocking Telemetry on Windows 10 and 11 Home Edition:
    - If you're using the Home edition of Windows 10 or 11, you can't entirely disable telemetry. However, you can limit the data collection to the most vital information.
    - Press Win + I to open the Settings menu.
    - Navigate to Privacy & security > Diagnostics & feedback.
    - Toggle off the option for Send optional diagnostic data. This way, Microsoft will only collect essential data related to your hardware and system settings¹.

    2. Disabling Telemetry Using Group Policy Editor (Enterprise, Education, or Professional Editions):
    - If you're using Windows 10/11 Enterprise, Education, or Professional editions, you can use the Group Policy Editor.
    - Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and hit Enter.
    - Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Data Collection and Preview Builds.
    - Double-click Allow Diagnostic Data (or Allow Telemetry on Windows 10).
    - Set it to Disabled and click OK¹.

    3. Registry Editor Method (Use with Caution):
    - You can also use the Windows registry to disable telemetry, but be cautious and back up your registry first.
    - Press Windows key + R, type services.msc, and click OK.
    - Locate Connected User Experiences and Telemetry.
    - Double-click it, go to the General tab, and change the Startup type to Disabled¹⁴.

    Remember that these methods apply to different Windows editions, so choose the one that aligns with your version.