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Microsoft is using Word and Excel user data for AI training by default, and opting out isn't easy

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Microsoft Office now collects user data from Word and Excel documents to train AI systems, enabled by default. Opting out requires navigating through multiple settings, and the company's service agreement grants Microsoft broad rights to use customer content for improving its products and services.

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