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Microsoft Copilot gains access to local Windows files
The Verge AI Microsoft is giving Copilot more control over Windows and your files
Microsoft announced a "Hybrid Intelligence" upgrade for Copilot that allows the AI to access local files and execute commands directly within Windows.
Why it matters
The AI assistant can now perform actions across your operating system and work directly with your personal files to automate tasks.
Latest brief · Oct 19, 2026