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The Legacy of Windows Live: Microsoft’s Ambitious Bridge to the Cloud

A "What You See Is What You Get" (WYSIWYG) blog editor that remains a cult favorite today, eventually becoming the open-source Open Live Writer . Windows Live Writer - Stephan Miller windows live

While the brand was eventually discontinued in 2012, its DNA lives on in nearly every modern Microsoft service we use today, from Outlook.com to OneDrive. The Evolution of the Windows Live Brand The Legacy of Windows Live: Microsoft’s Ambitious Bridge

Perhaps the most beloved part of the ecosystem was the suite. These free desktop apps were powerful alternatives to paid software: windows live