Microsoft’s Windows chief Pavan Davuluri stated the OS is “evolving into an agentic OS,” aiming to integrate cloud, AI and devices to automate tasks.
Social media and forums erupted with criticism. Many users replied things like “Nobody wants this” when reacting to the agentic OS concept.
Critics say Microsoft is focusing on AI hype while overlooking fundamental issues like stability, basic functionality, and performance in Windows 11.
Microsoft has reorganised its Windows engineering teams to bring client, server and core OS development under one umbrella — a restructure aimed at accelerating the agentic OS roadmap.
The concept implies the OS will act like an “agent,” capable of anticipating needs, automating workflows, and responding via voice and vision – not just during user input.
Many power users fear increased surveillance, forced upselling of services, and reduced control — especially when the promised “agent” acts on behalf of the OS rather than being controlled by the user.