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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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[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago

It's not hard to believe that MS would "give" out a free (read: ad-laden) version of Windows, with various features enabled depending on tier of subscription.

Except that already have that with the Enterprise/SA tier and have for a long time. Sure, Pro is still required but it's typically an OEM license included in the cost of the hardware.