Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 02/18 – Microsoft Account Now Required
Feb 18, 2022
Windows 11 now mandates a Microsoft account for installation, emphasizing a shift towards software as a service. Intel unveils its roadmap, signaling exciting developments in processor technology. Meta's Horizon Worlds reaches 300,000 users, highlighting its growing presence in virtual reality. Major regulatory changes in cryptocurrency are on the horizon with an executive order from President Biden. The tech landscape also sees potential shifts in semiconductor production and the evolving role of platforms like TikTok in real-world documentation.
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Microsoft Account Requirement
- Windows 11 Pro will soon require a Microsoft account, much like Windows 11 Home already does.
- This makes it the only major consumer OS demanding account sign-in for basic functionality.
Intel's Xeon Roadmap
- Intel's roadmap includes Emerald Rapids in 2023 and Granite Rapids and Sierra Forest in 2024.
- These new processors aim to improve Intel's enterprise platform and compete with AMD.
Intel's Arc GPUs and Project Endgame
- Intel is launching its Arc GPUs for laptops in Q1 2022, desktops in Q2, and workstations in Q3.
- "Project Endgame" will let customers stream access to Intel's graphics cards.