The author reflects on their recent writing hiatus, attributing it to failed writing projects and a busy schedule. They delve into the forgotten realm of Microsoft At Work, a product from the ’90s that aimed to revolutionize office machines. MAW integrated Windows architecture into fax machines and printers, with grand visions of a paperless office. Unfortunately, MAW was a colossal failure, with few products ever making it to market. The author then explores the mystery of an embedded operating system linked to MAW, questioning its existence and ties to the Sega Saturn. The journey through Microsoft’s bizarre operating system projects sheds light on their tumultuous history.
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