Two Major Windows Open-Source Announcements: VS Code Copilot and WSL2

Dave and Glen discuss the open-sourcing of the VS Code Copilot mechanism. Other topics include: WSL2 Benefits: Open-source WSL2 speeds Linux subsystem evolution for Windows users. Copilot Plugin Impact: Open-sourcing Copilot plugin lowers barriers for AI code integration. Viewer Questions Intro: 17,000 comments filtered for Q&A with Dave and Glenn. Engine Shipping Story: Dave ships 1200hp engine to nephew in Canada for $3,600. Freight Cost Anecdote: FedEx freight costs reduced from $6,000 to $3,600 with discount. Windows 10 End of Support: Discussion on risks of staying on Windows 10 post-support. Windows 11 Naming: Debate on why Microsoft moved to Windows 11, not Windows 10 2025. Windows 10 Security Risks: Unpatched exploits could make Windows 10 risky post-support. Windows 12 Hardware: Windows 11 PCs likely compatible with Windows 12; TPM key factor. Windows 10 Extended Updates: Limited extended security updates; third-party patches unlikely. Windows 10 Paid Support: Microsoft offers paid extended support for Windows 10 briefly. TPM 2.0 for Windows 11: Mandatory TPM 2.0 for security; Linux skips it, less strict. External TPM Feasibility: USB/PCIe TPM modules unlikely to meet Windows 11 requirements. Windows 11 Privacy Concerns: Telemetry and bloat raise privacy issues; LTSC may help. Linux as Daily Driver: Viable for gaming/productivity if apps and games are supported. Linux for Windows Users: Mint recommended for its familiar, user-friendly desktop. Linux for Basic Tasks: Suitable for gaming/email if games are Linux-compatible. Windows 11 Account Needs: Microsoft account required; local account setup possible. AI Feature Integration: Microsoft sees AI as core, not optional, for Windows 11. Windows 11 UI Changes: Simplified UI reduces taskbar options, adds right-click steps. Forced Obsolescence Claims: Speculation on Microsoft pushing hardware sales via updates. E-Waste Concerns: Unsupported PCs can run Linux to avoid becoming e-waste. Windows 11 Bypasses: Registry hacks/Rufus may allow install on unsupported hardware. Office 365 on Windows 10: Should work, but Microsoft may limit support eventually. Windows 10 Pro vs. LTSC: LTSC offers leaner, long-term support; details unclear. Task Manager PIDs: Kernel assigns process IDs sequentially at process creation. NTFS Successor Need: NTFS suffices unless specific advanced features are required. Windows Search Issues: Slow on non-standard setups; third-party tools often faster. WinFS Revival: Metadata tagging on NTFS could achieve WinFS goals without complexity. Alternative File Systems: ZFS praised; Plan 9’s Fossil/Venti less known but innovative. Microsoft’s ARM Decisions: Inline assembly removal on ARM/X64 unclear; possibly for simplicity. Task Manager Drivers: No kernel mode driver needed; user APIs suffice for data. Historical Projects: Cairo’s OFS likely inspired WinFS; complexity often doomed initiatives. File System Metadata: NTFS alternate streams enable tagging; symbolic links suffice. AI Project Lists: Olama’s model page recommended for tracking major AI projects. Microsoft’s Open Source Shift: WSL2/Copilot moves aim to enhance Windows as Linux platform. Windows Registry Origins: Likely NT team’s design; full history merits separate episode. BeOS File System: BeOS’s database-like file system innovative but hardware-limited. Task Manager Performance: Modern Task Manager slower; old version still works. WinFS Hardware Limits: WinFS failed due to hardware constraints of its era. NTFS vs. FAT32: NTFS better for large files, journaling; FAT32 suits small files. Desktop Clutter Habits: Desktop clutter divisive; personal workflows vary widely. Start Menu Critique: Start Menu criticized for prioritizing irrelevant apps. Other OS File Systems: PIC OS, ext4 discussed; Microsoft resists ext4 on Windows. Microsoft’s Business Practices: Candy Crush reinstalls tied to revenue; search lags. Weirdest Microsoft Call: Cold calls from fake clients using stolen phone books.