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description: This content is part of the "Copilot+ PC overview" module.
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description: This content is part of the "Explore on-device AI and NPU capabilities in Copilot+ PCs" module.
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ms.date: 08/06/2025
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author: Stephanie-Rosenzweig
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ms.author: v-stephanier
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quiz:
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title: Check your knowledge
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questions:
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- content: "What distinguishes Copilot+ PCs from other Windows 11 Pro AI PCs?"
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- content: "What distinguishes Copilot+ PCs from standard Windows 11 Pro devices?"
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- content: "They use cloud-based Copilot only"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. Cloud-based Copilot is available on Windows 11 Pro PCs, not exclusive to Copilot+ PCs."
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explanation: "Incorrect. Cloud-based Copilot is available on Windows 11 Pro devices, not exclusive to Copilot+ PCs."
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- content: "They feature a supercharged NPU capable of 40+ TOPS"
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isCorrect: true
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explanation: "Correct. Copilot+ PCs have NPUs with 40+ TOPS, offering the fastest performance."
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- content: "They lack a Copilot key"
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explanation: "Correct. Copilot+ PCs include NPUs capable of 40+ TOPS, enabling efficient on-device AI processing."
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- content: "They include Microsoft Pluton, which isn't available on Windows 11 Pro PCs"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. Copilot+ PCs include a Copilot key for easy access to AI features."
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explanation: "Incorrect. Microsoft Pluton is available on both Windows 11 Pro PCs and Copilot+ PCs. On Copilot+ PCs, it's enabled by default."
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- content: "They don't support AI-enabled apps"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. Copilot+ PCs support a wide range of AI-enabled apps."
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explanation: "Incorrect. Copilot+ PCs support a wide range of AI-enabled applications."
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- content: "What does TOPS measure in the context of NPUs?"
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- content: "The number of AI models supported"
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explanation: "Incorrect. TOPS doesn't measure model support."
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- content: "The total maximum achievable throughput"
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explanation: "Correct. TOPS measures the processing capability of an NPU."
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explanation: "Correct. TOPS stands for *trillions of operations per second* and measures the maximum processing throughput of an NPU, indicating how many AI operations it can perform per second."
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- content: "The amount of memory used"
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explanation: "Incorrect. Memory usage isn't related to TOPS."
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- content: "The number of CPU cores"
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explanation: "Incorrect. CPU cores are unrelated to TOPS."
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- content: "Which component is most efficient for running AI tasks like face recognition?"
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- content: "Why is an NPU more efficient for AI workloads than a CPU or GPU?"
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- content: "CPU"
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- content: "It uses more power to complete tasks faster"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. CPUs can perform AI tasks but are less efficient."
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- content: "GPU"
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explanation: "Incorrect. NPUs are designed to use less power, not more."
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- content: "It runs AI tasks in the cloud"
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explanation: "Incorrect. GPUs are better than CPUs but less efficient than NPUs for AI tasks."
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- content: "NPU"
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explanation: "Incorrect. NPUs process AI tasks locally on the device."
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- content: "It's designed specifically for AI tasks, using less power and generating less heat"
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isCorrect: true
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explanation: "Correct. NPUs complete AI tasks faster and with less energy and heat."
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- content: "RAM"
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explanation: "Correct. NPUs are purpose-built for AI workloads, allowing them to run efficiently with lower power consumption and heat."
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- content: "It replaces the need for system memory"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. RAM stores data but doesn't process AI tasks."
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- content: "What percentage of employees want AI to summarize meetings and plan their day?"
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explanation: "Incorrect. NPUs don't replace system memory."
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- content: "What is a key advantage of on-device AI processing on Copilot+ PCs?"
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- content: "Sixty-four percent"
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- content: "Requires constant internet access"
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explanation: "Incorrect. Sixty-four percent of employees struggle with managing tasks due to lack of energy and time."
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- content: "Seventy-three percent"
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explanation: "Incorrect. On-device AI doesn't require a constant internet connection."
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- content: "Sends all data to the cloud"
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explanation: "Incorrect. Seventy-three percent are comfortable using AI for creative work."
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- content: "Eighty percent"
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explanation: "Incorrect. On-device AI processes data locally."
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- content: "Processes data locally with lower latency and improved privacy"
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isCorrect: true
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explanation: "Correct. Eighty percent want AI to summarize meetings and plan their day."
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- content: "Eighty-six percent"
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explanation: "Correct. On-device AI runs locally on the NPU, reducing latency and helping keep data on the device."
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- content: "Only works with Microsoft 365 Copilot"
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explanation: "Incorrect. Eighty-six percent want AI to help find the right answers and information."
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- content: "What is the end-of-service date for Windows 10?"
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explanation: "Incorrect. On-device AI supports a range of features beyond Microsoft 365 Copilot."
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- content: "Which AI processing model combines both local and cloud-based processing depending on the task?"
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- content: "October 14, 2024"
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- content: "Cloud-only AI"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. This date isn't mentioned in the document."
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- content: "May 9, 2023"
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explanation: "Incorrect. Cloud-only AI relies entirely on remote processing."
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- content: "On-device AI"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. This is the publication date of a referenced report."
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- content: "October 14, 2025"
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explanation: "Incorrect. On-device AI processes tasks locally on the NPU without using cloud services."
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- content: "Hybrid AI"
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explanation: "Correct. Windows 10 support ends on this date."
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- content: "September 30, 2025"
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explanation: "Correct. Hybrid AI uses both on-device and cloud-based processing depending on the workload."
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- content: "Offline AI"
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explanation: "Incorrect. This date isn't mentioned in the document."
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explanation: "Incorrect. Offline AI isn't a defined processing model."
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- content: "How does Agent in Settings help reduce IT support requests?"
explanation: "Incorrect. Software updates are handled by Windows Autopatch and Windows Update for Business, not Agent in Settings."
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- content: "It lets users describe configuration changes in natural language and applies them"
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isCorrect: true
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explanation: "Correct. Agent in Settings allows users to describe what they want to configure, such as pairing a Bluetooth device or setting up an external monitor, and the agent suggests and applies the changes."
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- content: "It blocks users from changing device settings"
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isCorrect: false
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explanation: "Incorrect. Agent in Settings helps users make changes, not prevent them."
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- content: "It requires IT administrators to approve every change"
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explanation: "Incorrect. Agent in Settings is designed to help end users handle routine configuration tasks independently."
Copilot+ PCs are unlike any other PC on the market. They’re the most sophisticated Windows devices yet, with advanced Copilot experiences to elevate search, productivity, creativity, and communication.
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Copilot+ PCs represent the most advanced class of Windows devices—purpose-built for AI. With a supercharged Neural Processing Unit (NPU), deep integration with Windows 11 Pro, and the ability to run AI workloads locally, these devices serve as the foundation for a new era of intelligent, secure computing.
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## Table of contents
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In this module, we take a holistic look at Copilot+ PCs—exploring their unique combination of hardware and software advancements. You’ll learn how these devices deliver real business value and respond to the growing need for AI-powered performance, security, and productivity in today’s workplace.
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In this module, we take a holistic look at Copilot+ PCs—exploring their unique combination of hardware and software advancements. You learn how these devices deliver real business value and respond to the growing need for AI-powered performance, security, and productivity in today’s workplace.
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## Learning objectives
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By the end of this module, you'll be able to:
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By the end of this module, you are able to:
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- Define key terms such as CPU, GPU, NPU, and TOPS
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- Describe how Copilot+ PCs support productivity, performance, and security
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- Understand the significance of the NPU and its effect on efficiency
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- Understand the significance of the NPU and its effect on efficiency
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- Explain how Copilot+ PCs support AI agents and on-device AI workloads
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- Describe the role of Windows as a managed platform for AI
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