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Windows 12 May Require a Subscription (www.pcmag.com)
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[A]n INI configuration file in the Windows Canary channel, discovered by German website Deskmodder, includes references to a "Subscription Edition," "Subscription Type," and a "subscription status."

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[–] cesium@sh.itjust.works 9 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I doubt that Windows 12 itself will require a subscription. There will probably be a subscription for all the AI trash Micro$oft has been implementing into the OS.

[–] RandomPancake@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Microsoft: "Windows 12 is free but all our great built-in apps like Candy Crush, Linkedin, and MegaStomp are unavailable without a subscription."

Me: "Yup."

Microsoft: "But if you don't subscribe, you'll miss out on hot celebrity gossip and the latest fashion news! And you won't be able to use Bing AI to find great deals on amazing products from our trusted corporate partners!"

Me: "Sounds good, thanks."

[–] HurlingDurling@lemm.ee 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Me: *Tries to install Firefox.

Microsoft: Sorry, but your current subscription level does not allow for the installation of unauthorized 3rd party software. Click here to upgrade your subscription and enjoy those great benefits.

Me: *Installs linux

[–] Darkenfolk@dormi.zone 1 points 1 year ago

Microsoft: I can't let you do that Dave.

[–] Psychodelic@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Oh great now my mind's totally at ease