Notepad's AI Rewrite Feature: A Freemium Trojan Horse?

Microsoft's venerable Notepad, a staple for decades, now features an AI-powered 'Rewrite' tool. However, accessing this feature requires a paid Microsoft 365 subscription, sparking debate. While Notepad remains free and usable without an account, the prominent prompts for the Rewrite function feel like a subtle push towards a paid model. Though the core functionality remains free, the persistent ads for a premium service raise questions about Microsoft's long-term strategy for its classic applications.