New Outlook app was just force-installed on Windows 10 PCs

Microsoft just installed a new app on everyone's Windows 10 PCs, and nobody wants it
The new Outlook app on Windows 10 is poorly received among users. Users have noted slower performance, cloud storage of emails, and invasive ads. Resources are available to learn about data usage and optimize the new app.
The new Outlook app was just force-installed on Windows 10 PCs
As of yesterday, Microsoft has silently forced all PCs running Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2 to install the new Outlook app. Our original story that anticipated this move, which you can read below,
Windows 10 KB5051974 update force installs new Microsoft Outlook app
Microsoft has released the KB5051974 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 10 21H2, which automatically installs the new Outlook for Windows app and fixes a memory leak bug.
Windows 10 KB5051974 installs Outlook web, direct download .msu
Windows 10 KB5051974 patches DAC and USB issues, bundles Outlook web app in the start menu (direct download .msu)
How to prevent forced installation of new Outlook on Windows 10 PCs
Microsoft is automatically installing the new Outlook app for all Windows 10 users. You can prevent it with this trick.
Windows 10 KB5051974 update adds a new app without asking
Microsoft has released the KB5051974 cumulative update for versions 22H2 and 21H2, adding security fixes and patching a memory leak. However, as reports, the update also includes a surprise: the new Outlook for Windows app.
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