This actually points out what I think is a problem. The Windows Store is no longer only sandboxed apps. I wanted to install the Line App (I live in Japan and

This actually points out what I think is a problem. The Windows Store is no longer only sandboxed apps. I wanted to install the Line App (I live in Japan and everyone uses Line and I hate typing on my phone). I have both a Mac and a PC. On Mac I go to the Mac App Store and install Line. I know (believe?) that the app is sandboxed and short of OS bugs can't spy on me. I thought Windows Store was the same but then I saw Python on there and was like "wait a minute, that can't possibly be sandboxed on Windows". So I investigate and ... yea, many apps are not sandboxed. If you look at the Line App (or WhatsApp or Python or FB Messenger) or many others they list > Access all your files, peripheral devices, apps, programs, and registry Which if you dig further Microsoft says > Access all your files, peripheral devices, apps, programs, and registry: The app has the ability to read or write to all your files (including documents, pictures, and music) and registry settings, which allows the app to make changes to your computer and settings. It can use any peripheral devices that are either attached or part of your device (such as cameras, microphones, or printers) without notifying you. It also has access to your location, and can use platform features, such as location history, app diagnostics, and more, which are denied to most Store apps. You can't control most of the permissions for this app in Settings > Privacy.