Opera claims Microsoft is using “anticompetitive practices” to force Windows users to stick with the Edge browser. “Microsoft’s tactics are unjustified, frustrating to users, and only getting more severe,” Norway-based Opera alleged on Tuesday. The company filed a petition with Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense, though it claims the problem affects users globally. At issue is Microsoft’s long-standing practice of preinstalling Edge and making it the default browser on Windows devices. Microsoft didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. It is unclear whether Opera plans to take similar action in the US. #microsoft #edge #pcnews #lawsuit #technews