Microsoft is once again working on the project “CorePC,” which is said to be a rather modern take on the Windows platform. The aim of this project is to modularise and enhance the customisation options of the operating system, enabling it to operate on a wide range of form factors without forcing legacy components on all devices.
This is not the first time Microsoft is working on such a concept. In the past, there were reports about “Project Midori,” an alleged modular replacement for Windows built from the ground up. And recently, there was talk of “Windows Core OS,” a platform that would start with a central set of Windows functions and expand upon them for various devices, such as lightweight notebooks, tablets, and full desktop computers.
However, none of them ever became reality. But now, Microsoft is trying one more time, and this time it is calling it the “CorePC.”
What is Core PC
Microsoft aims to create a flexible and adaptable version of Windows, named “CorePC,” to cater to different form factors. Given that not all Windows PCs require comprehensive support for legacy Win32 applications, CorePC will enable Microsoft to construct different “editions” of Windows with varying degrees of functionality and application compatibility.
What changes will it bring to Windows PCs
CorePC has a “state separated” design, akin to Android and iPadOS, with multiple partitions for installation. This allows for faster updates and promotes system stability.
If CorePC gets released, Windows OEMs will finally have the capacity to manufacture PCs that rival the Chromebook. It will be possible to produce PCs that only support Edge, web apps, Android apps, and Office apps.
Microsoft is also reportedly developing a compatibility layer, codenamed “Neon,” to support legacy apps.
Sources indicate that another version of CorePC will be “silicon-optimised” and feature AI capabilities. It will be capable of analysing displayed content and offering suggestions for next steps. However, dedicated hardware is required for certain AI functionalities.
Microsoft has not yet announced a release date for CorePC, but sources suggest that it will be ready for launch in 2024.
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