Microsoft's PC Manager, a utility designed to optimize Windows performance, has recently come under scrutiny for incorporating advertisements promoting Microsoft 365. This development has sparked discussions about the increasing presence of ads within Windows 11 applications.
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In a surprising twist that could reshape how many of us think about productivity, Microsoft has quietly launched an ad-supported version of its desktop Office suite for Windows. This new offering—covering familiar apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—comes without the monthly subscription fee...
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Microsoft has long been synonymous with productivity, and for decades, its Office suite was available only through subscriptions or one-time purchases. Now, in a twist that seems almost too good to be true, the tech giant has unveiled a free, ad-supported version of its core Office apps for...