At least now there are options that mean there's almost no reason one would ever use Windows.
I'm more worried about these practices infesting the next round of software, currently on track to be AI tools. Microsoft's behavior needs to be a cautionary example of why open source alternatives and variety generally are so important, and we need to reject regulations and corporate maneuvering that would prevent real variety in whatever is next. Companies like microsoft have learned their lesson about not taking open source seriously and not locking in their customers enough, and they are working hard to fix their mistakes for the next time around.
The question is -- will IT workers and professionals in the industry be able to grow a spine and say "enough is enough?"
It's, of course, more about their atrocious security practices, but this should really be a good kick in the pants about the whole thing.