Microsoft withdraws public release of criticized Windows AI Engine
Microsoft Corp., facing intense scrutiny over the security of its products, is withdrawing from the general release of a new artificial intelligence feature in its Windows software for personal computers. new and will instead test this feature with a smaller group.
Recall, a Windows feature introduced in May, creates a record of everything people do on their PCs – an approach intended to make tasks like sorting emails or searching for files easier. Microsoft planned to widely release Recall on June 18, but said it will only be available in the coming weeks in the Windows Insider Program.
“We are adjusting the Recall release model to leverage the expertise of the Windows Insider community to ensure experiences meet our high standards for quality and security,” the company said. learned Thursday in a blog post on its website. “After receiving feedback on the Recall from our Windows Insider Community, as we often do, we plan to make the Recall (preview) available to all upcoming Copilot PCs soon.” eye.”
Security researchers criticized Recall almost immediately after it was introduced, saying that bad actors could access and steal records collected by the tool and stored locally on PCs. of the user. Microsoft responded by saying that the recall will be moved to the “off” position, meaning PC owners will have to choose to use the feature. The company said additional security measures will be required before Recall can be enabled.
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