Microsoft removes Copilots to improve Windows 11
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- Microsoft is removing certain Copilot AI components from Windows 11, a move it states will enhance the operating system's quality and performance (The Register, Windows Blog).
- TechCrunch highlights this as Microsoft rolling back "AI bloat," indicating a recognition of the negative impact of excessive AI features on system resources.
- Microsoft promises significant improvements to Windows 11, including better performance, reliability, and updates, specifically mentioning lower RAM usage as a key benefit of these changes (Windows Blog, TechCrunch).
Why it matters: Microsoft prioritizing performance over AI bloat signals a crucial shift for future OS development.
