Microsoft is force-installing M365 Copilot again after a brief pause

PCWorld reports Microsoft is resuming forced M365 Copilot installations after a brief pause, targeting completion by July 1st for all Microsoft 365 users. Previous forced installations caused significant backlash and critical bugs, including Copilot accessing confidential emails, contributing to Windows 11's stagnating market share. IT administrators can opt out of automatic installation, while Microsoft tests an "uninstall AI bloat" button in Windows Insider builds despite continuing AI-driven OS plans. Between October 2025 and March 2026, many Microsoft 365 users discovered that the Copilot AI app was automatically installed on their computers. After heavy vocal backlash and several crucial bugs, like the one that allowed Copilot to read confidential emails, the forced installation of Microsoft 365 Copilot was suspended. However, Microsoft has now decided to reinstate the app's forced installation.