Microsoft reportedly pours fuel on PC pricing flames as it implements a 'significant increase' for Windows 11 licenses
THE SO WHAT
A sharp Windows 11 license hike for OEMs will either compress PC maker margins or push up end-user prices—both scenarios slow refresh cycles. Enterprise buyers should expect more aggressive upsell to higher-margin SKUs and consider extending device lifetimes where possible.
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