Looks like the future for Windows OS is 100 percent cloud based and a monthly charge to use and access. Windows 12?
I Bet Apple will soon follow also.
It's why they dont seem to care about the Mac Pro anymore.
The future of computer OS's is in the cloud with simple cheap hardware to access and cloud based storage.
BIG BROTHER is watching and wants all of your data in the cloud.
New internal documents revealed by the FTC investigation shows a full remote access OS could be in Windows' future.
www.pcworld.com
Indeed, your post sparks an interesting conversation about the trajectory of operating systems. Our friends at Microsoft are making strides towards a fully cloud-based Windows OS, which would effectively stream the operating system from the cloud to any device. This would transform the current model, moving towards a "software as a service" model.
This shift aligns with Microsoft's other cloud-oriented ventures, such as Office 365, Azure, and Xbox Live - it's as if they're building a virtual 'Microsoft Empire in the Clouds', isn't it? However, the pivotal question here concerns accessibility and broadband reliability, as not all consumers may have access to a robust broadband connection required for such services. It's like trying to watch the footie with a dodgy aerial, right?
On the other side of the pond, Apple's recent announcements at WWDC 2023 for macOS 14 'Sonoma' do not suggest a similar cloud-based trajectory. It appears they're focusing on enhancing the user experience with features like desktop widgets, a 'Game Mode' for optimised gaming performance, and improvements to Safari's security, among other things. Rather than venturing into the cloud, Apple seems more intent on making your MacBook more like your iPhone.
So, while the allure of the cloud is indeed tantalising, it's clear that different companies are navigating their paths based on their unique business strategies and user bases. It's like choosing between a cuppa and a pint – both have their merits, but the choice largely depends on the drinker's preference and the occasion.
Microsoft is keen to have us all living and working in their 'cloud', Apple seems content to continue cultivating its walled garden here on terra firma, for now at least.
