One of Microsoft’s best apps now has an experimental sibling because, you guessed it, it’s been stuffed with AI
Microsoft has launched Intelligent Terminal, an experimental new version of its Windows Terminal application, integrating artificial intelligence into one of the company’s most well-regarded software tools. Rather than modifying the existing Windows Terminal, Microsoft created a fork specifically to house the AI-powered features, allowing developers and users to continue using the original application unchanged if they prefer.
Windows Terminal has earned recognition as a modern, developer-friendly terminal application. The new Intelligent Terminal variant adds AI capabilities to this already popular tool, continuing Microsoft’s push to incorporate AI across its product ecosystem following announcements at recent events including Computex and Microsoft Build.
The experimental version is now available for download, though detailed specifications regarding the AI features and their functionality were not fully disclosed in the initial announcement. The fork-based approach allows Microsoft to experiment with AI enhancements while maintaining stability and user choice around the original application.
This development reflects a broader industry trend of rapidly integrating artificial intelligence into established software tools, part of the technology sector’s accelerated push to demonstrate AI integration across all product categories.