Microsoft's vision of "AI-native" Windows is becoming real, update introduces agents that pilfer through your files — Latest Windows 11 Insider build includes experimental AI agents toggle that can perform tasks for you in the background

Microsoft is moving towards an "AI-native" Windows with the introduction of AI agents in the latest Windows 11 Insider Build. The update includes an experimental toggle for AI agents to perform tasks in the background within a separate desktop environment called the "Agent Workspace." These agents can access known folders like Downloads and Desktop, but are turned off by default to address privacy concerns. While the concept aims to streamline tasks, its practical benefits are currently limited as Agent Workspaces are not fully functional yet. Users have expressed mixed reactions, with some questioning the shift towards AI integration over addressing existing OS issues.