Microsoft will force install the Copilot AI app for users with desktop versions of 365 apps like Word and Excel — coming October, with no way to opt out for personal users | Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft will automatically install the Copilot AI app for users with desktop versions of Microsoft 365 apps starting in October. While system administrators can opt out, most personal users will not have the option to disable the installation. This move is part of Microsoft’s efforts to promote the adoption of its Copilot AI app.