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When this happens, Microsoft will want that service to integrate neatly with the local Windows experience.

There’s also the new Microsoft Copilot, which is currently entirely dependent on the cloud to function.

Windows 12 Concept

Windows 365 will launch for consumers soon.

In fact, the local OS you run at home willneverrequire a subscription to use.

The reason for this?

Theres just no feasible business model that doesnt alienate most of the userbase.

Windows 365 for consumers

Windows 365 will launch for consumers soon.

Apple doesnt charge for macOS or iPadOS, and Google doesnt charge for Chrome OS or Android.

Windows 11 Taskbar closeup

Notepad on Windows 11

Microsoft 365 home page on a Razer laptop

Former Microsoft Executive Vice President Terry Myerson stands in front of a presentation about Windows 10

ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook

Windows 11 system features

Windows 11 Start menu

Windows 11 battery usage

Copilot Vision for Windows announcement

Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 deal

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The Crew

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