Windows 2050

Windows 2050 (codenamed Janus L) is a special Windows version, released by Microsoft on February 17, 2050, 50 years after its logical successor, Windows 2000 was released.
== Development ==
Development of Windows 2050, codenamed "Janus L", began in late 2047 or even presumably 2046 based on the 50H1 development cycle called Nova. This was done separately from other Windows releases. In early 2048, some documentation referring to an "Janus L" internal test build leaked online.
In February 2048, Microsoft announced the special release with a 50 minute trailer. Later that month, a 10GB installer ISO for build 20500.1 from January 2048 was leaked online after screenshots appeared. It seemed meant for genuine Windows 18 licences.
Preview builds for the Windows Insider Program started in March 2048. Office previews began in April, with a redesigned interface. Different channels received builds targeted at the 50H1 or 50H2 releases. Neural interface testing began in August 2048.
The general release happened on February 17, 2050 as a free upgrade for eligible new devices, though the Neural features weren’t ready. Existing devices would get it via a phased rollout through mid-2046. Retail boxes finally arrived in May 2046 for Home, Pro and Enterprise. The installation was on a Holographic Data Storage (HDS) stick.
== Features ==
=== Neural Interface ===
Windows 2050 introduced a Neural Interface, allowing users to control their devices with their minds. However, not much users use this feature to control the entire system, rather to perform certain actions with it.
=== Holographic Data Storage ===
Windows 2050 is the first Windows version to support Holographic Data Storage (HDS) technology, allowing for faster and more efficient data storage.
=== Redesigned UI ===
The operating system features a redesigned interface, with a focus on aesthetic while retaining the intuitive design. The new design is meant to take advantage of the advanced hardware capabilities of modern devices, however most old devices from the 2030's cannot handle it.
=== New apps ===
* Paint 5D: A simple game engine, extending Paint 4D (which was an animation maker) with a fifth dimension - Interaction.
* Microsoft Proton: The Proton Security Team had developed this VPN for Microsoft Corporation, following Microsoft's purchase of Proton AG in 2043.
* Windows Vibe: An semi AI-powered music creation program created to compete with Apple's GarageBand.
== Updates ==
=== Crisp (2050.1) ===
The first feature update for Windows 2050, Crisp, was released in May 2050. It included bug fixes and performance improvements.
=== Luminance (2050.2) ===
The second feature update, Luminance, was originally going to be released in November 2050, however got delayed to be released on Christmas Day 2050. It included many improvements to the Neural Interface.
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