Microsoft pauses free Windows 365 cloud PC trials after 'significant demand'

Microsoft's new cloud PC Windows 365 service was launched earlier this week. The company had to halt free trials because of high demand. Windows 365 allows you to rent a cloud computer with a variety RAM, CPU, storage, and streaming Windows 10 and 11 through a web browser. After just one day, the service reached its maximum capacity.We have reached capacity for Windows 365 trial, following significant demand, according to a statement on the Microsoft 365 Twitter account. Scott Manchester, director for Windows 365 program management, says that we have received an overwhelming response to Windows 365. We need to pause the free trial program until we provide additional capacity.Windows 365 is currently only available for businesses. If the company experiences capacity problems after a day of free trials, it may be that Windows 365 will not be available to them in the future. Microsoft launched the service Monday with per-user pricing starting at $20 per month. This includes one vCPU and 2GB RAM, 64GB storage, 12GB bandwidth, and a Windows 10 license.Windows 365 offers a range of configurations. One of the most popular includes eight vCPUs and 32GB RAM. Another includes 512GB storage and $158 per month. Windows365.com offers all price options, but you will need to register for a free trial because Microsoft has reached capacity.