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Windows 12 May Require a Subscription (www.pcmag.com)
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References to subscription 'edition,' 'type,' and 'status' found in a test build of Windows.

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[–] 5 points 2 years ago (1 child)

This might actually get people to go to Linux or even just give up on PCs entirely. A lot of people just use their phones as general computing devices as it is.

I already hate Windows 11. If they try to push this on me it's over.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    For me it is gaming support and HDR. (I have a HTPC connected to my 4k HDR OLED TV)

    From my understanding HDR support on Linux is still in its infancy. I own a Steamdeck and gaming support is getting really good with Proton.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    Even gaming support isn't gonna make me pay a subscription fot Windows. Subscription for the basic OS that I already paid for is just unacceptable. At worst I'll just stay at an older version indefinitely or, you know, seek another way.

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