Windows 11 adds AI agent that runs in background with access to personal folders

Microsoft is introducing an experimental feature in Windows 11 called "Agent Workspace," which allows AI agents to access personal folders like Desktop, Music, Pictures, and Videos. These AI agents have their own runtime, desktop, and user account, running in the background to perform tasks on your behalf. While this feature is currently available only to Windows Insiders, it aims to make Windows 11 an "AI-native" OS. However, enabling this feature may impact performance and security, as AI agents could potentially access and interact with your personal files.