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Will other free services end?
The story focuses on Microsoft's decision regarding student email, and doesn't mention other free services ending. However, companies often review free offerings as market conditions change or their business strategies evolve. This move by Microsoft highlights that even long-standing free services aren't guaranteed to continue indefinitely, especially for large organisations.
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