In recent test version of the upcoming Windows 10 Creators Update references about the new variant begun to emerge, and a new report from Mary Jo Foley at ZDNet notes that it’ll be an alternative version of the operating system designed to run Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps (those you only get from the Windows Store) similar to Windows RT.

Windows 10 Cloud won’t be powered by the “cloud”

Windows 10 Cloud will continue to be Windows 10, and the “Cloud” in the naming shouldn’t be taking literally as a sign that you’ll need an internet connection to use the operating system. Microsoft is likely to simply bundle the operating system with its own cloud services to keep users engaging in the company’s ecosystem. According to the report, Windows 10 Cloud will come to market as another attempt to take on Chromebooks with a more simplified and cheaper version of Windows 10. Possible free for manufactures willing to use the new operating system. It’s unclear when they’ll be releasing this new version of Windows 10, but seeing at the references appearing in test previews of the Windows 10 Creators Update, it could signal that Microsoft may be planning to release it in the coming months. Microsoft hasn’t publicly talked about Windows 10 Cloud or shared any comments, but they have already revealed a version of Windows 10 running on ARM processors capable of running traditional desktop applications, which could also be a feature for Windows 10 Cloud. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.