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Microsoft 365 Copilot App to be Automatically Installed on Windows Devices Outside EEA

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Microsoft will automatically install the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Windows devices with Microsoft 365 desktop client apps outside the European Economic Area (EEA) starting in early October 2025. The Copilot app integrates AI-powered features across Microsoft 365 suite apps, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The rollout aims to simplify access to Copilot features, but IT administrators can opt out through the Apps Admin Center. Additionally, Microsoft has rolled out Copilot Chat to Microsoft 365 Office apps, providing AI-powered assistance within the applications.

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  1. 16.09.2025 21:01 πŸ“° 1 articles Β· ⏱ 1d ago

    Copilot Chat Rolled Out to Microsoft 365 Office Apps

    Copilot Chat is an AI-powered, content-aware chat that works with data from the web. It is included at no additional cost for Microsoft 365 users with specific licenses. Copilot Chat can be accessed in a side pane of the file being worked on. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license allows Copilot Chat to access all user data, not just the currently open document.

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  2. 15.09.2025 18:59 πŸ“° 2 articles Β· ⏱ 2d ago

    Microsoft 365 Copilot App Automatic Installation Begins in October 2025

    The rollout of Copilot Chat began in September 2025. The rollout will be completed by mid-November 2025. The app integrates AI-powered features across Microsoft 365 suite apps and will be enabled by default. IT administrators can opt out through the Apps Admin Center.

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