We've been hearing for a while now that Microsoft is testing different pricing models for Windows. Most recently, the company made Windows free for phone and PC makers for devices under 9 inches, and we've even heard that Microsoft is developing a new "Windows Cloud" operating system that will require an internet connection to fully use the software. Today, new information has surfaced about a possible Office 365-like subscription for Windows — it's said to be called "Windows 365."
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The new information comes from a screenshot of a Facebook post – which of course does not show the name of the person who posted it to protect their identity – that clearly shows the status of various Microsoft products, including: Windows 9, "Windows 365," Office 365, and a few others. And interestingly, Windows 365 is shown with the status "Alpha based on Windows Core."
If we look at Microsoft's current Office 365 offering, it should be no secret that Windows 365 is simply an attempt to offer the operating system on a monthly and/or even annual basis as a fee model where users receive free upgrades and other benefits.
Another notable piece of information from the Facebook screenshot is that the image reveals the names "Windows 9 & Server & Mobile Edition" and Microsoft has not officially confirmed the development of Windows 9, which is expected to be released in 2015. Windows 8.1 Update 1 also shows the status "done" and Windows 8.1 Update 2 is also mentioned, but the status has been blocked. However, rumors suggest that the second update for Windows 8.1 could arrive as early as August 2014, which could also mark the return of the Start menu – remember, the one that the software maker demonstrated during the Build developer conference in San Francisco.
