i had this bug too try to reupload the 3.4.8 files and put the board in dev mode finish all non finished tasks and then run a re cache of your skins and when done remove the in dev code.
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Those ads are only on the windows 10 for bing people! And most of the things you showed are from the home version in professional you can change everything even registry changes! Wifi sense can be turned off.
Ever heard about using the admin panel and block ip adresses? because it's so hard to change your IP... Basically you can always find a way to cheat the system.
Look he updated his copied theme: What's New in Version 1.0.1 See changelog Released Yesterday at 9:52 AM Added Social Media Links In Footer As Per Request. *See images for example*