Microsoft has rebranded its Remote Desktop application to “Windows App” for users on non-Windows operating systems, a move that has sparked considerable dissatisfaction among its user base. Originally designed to facilitate access to Windows machines from various operating systems, the app’s straightforward and functional name was seen as descriptive and useful. However, the recent renaming to “Windows App” has been met with criticism for its lack of specificity and clarity. This change has been confirmed through Microsoft’s updated Learn documentation, despite initial speculation that the announcement could have been erroneous or fabricated. The rebranding applies exclusively to versions of the app running on operating systems other than Windows, such as iOS, leaving the Windows version’s name unchanged. User reactions on platforms like the unofficial Windows subreddit have been predominantly negative, with many expressing their displeasure and confusion over the decision.
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