Windows Integrates USB-C Support for AI Applications
By Liam Hunter
Windows Integrates USB-C Support for AI Applications. Microsoft is bringing more AI power to Windows by supporting the Model Context Protocol (MCP). MCP is an open-source standard that allows AI applications and services to communicate smoothly. It is now integrated into the Windows operating system, making it easier for AI tools to work together.
This new level of USB-C support enables AI agents to connect with the Windows file system and the Windows Subsystem for Linux. This effort complements Microsoft’s overall vision of an “agentic web” where AI agents are an integral part of application functionality and user interactions. Microsoft is introducing the Windows AI Foundry which combines AI models from Foundry Local and partners such as Nvidia and Ollama to make it even easier to deploy AI with Windows ML.
Although Microsoft does acknowledge the security concerns related to MCP like token theft and prompt injection, it is going to implement strict controls and launch MCP with a limited group of developers at first. Security prompts and controls will resemble those currently used within software environments, so that we can achieve a reasonable balance between safety and usability.
Microsoft is cooperating with key hardware partners to ensure AI can be integrated safely and securely with Windows. This is a big milestone in terms of improving AI application interoperability with Windows, making way for smarter and more responsive computing experiences.
