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Microsoft Nudges Office Users to Embrace OneDrive In a bold move that underscores Microsoft’s continued push toward a cloud-first ecosystem, early reports indicate that Office users may soon be nudged to rely solely on OneDrive for saving their documents. The latest test builds show a free...

Microsoft Tests Free, Ad-Supported Office Suite – Worth the Trade-Off? In an era where digital interruptions are as common as coffee breaks, Microsoft’s latest experiment aims to shake up how we access our office apps. Imagine using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint without shelling out subscription...

Microsoft is testing the waters with a new approach to one of its most iconic productivity suites. In a move set to change the way millions access Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office apps on Windows, the tech behemoth is evaluating an ad-supported, subscription-free version of its Office...

In a move that might redefine how we think about productivity software, Microsoft has quietly initiated a test of an ad-supported version of its flagship Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 11. For a limited period, users have been able to use ad-laden versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint free of...

Windows 11 continues to inspire loyal fans—even as it juggles a mix of modern enhancements, nostalgic callbacks, and a few controversial choices. Despite the presence of embedded ads and somewhat polarizing hardware requirements, many users still proclaim it as their all-time favorite Microsoft...

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...