Microsoft isreportedly planningto makeWindows 11 a cloud streaming service.

Experts say the cloud arrangement could beat traditional PCs for many users.

The service lets any user have access to a modern PC without buying it.

Someone using their computer on a cloud operating system.

Computing in the cloud.Atomic62 Studio / Getty Images

Cloud-hosted PCs generally have much lower performance than traditional PCs, Gibbs pointed out.

Also, he said, hosted PCs are typically more expensive than a conventional PC.

File transfers to and fromthe Windows 365 instancewould be lightning fast, running at cloud data center speeds.

Someone working on a laptop computer in a home office.

Cloud computing lets you work from anywhere.Yagi Studio / Getty Images

This isn’t just a passing tech trend; it’s a shift in how we engage with technology.

Drawback of Cloud Computing

Not every situation lends itself to running Windows in the cloud.

“It also reduces the reliance on your machine’s hardware capabilities,” he added.

“However, it does necessitate a steady, high-quality internet connection for a smooth user experience.”

“Users need to ensure they have the necessary hardware resources to run demanding applications.

With Windows 365, Microsoft is bringing the full power of Windows to the cloud.

A world where your digital workspace is always within reach, ready to get to work.”

Update 7/13/2023: Corrected the bio link for a source in paragraph 3.