Microsoft Copilot
AI AssistantsMicrosoft's AI assistant integrated across Windows, Edge, and Microsoft 365. Powered by GPT-4 with enterprise-grade security.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Deep Office 365 integration
- +Free tier includes GPT-4
- +DALL-E image gen included
- +Enterprise security
Cons
- -Tied to Microsoft ecosystem
- -Less flexible than ChatGPT
- -Can feel slower
Getting Started Guide
Step-by-step instructions for non-technical users.
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Check your Microsoft 365 plan
Microsoft Copilot may already be included in your business subscription. Check admin.microsoft.com for your current licenses.
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Try the free version
Visit copilot.microsoft.com to use the free Copilot. It uses GPT-4 and includes DALL-E image generation at no cost.
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Use it in Office apps
With a Copilot license, look for the Copilot icon in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Try "Draft a summary of this document" or "Create a presentation from this outline."
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Integrate with Teams
Copilot in Teams can summarize meetings, extract action items, and answer questions about the discussion — even if you joined late.
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Roll out to your team
Start with 2-3 power users, measure productivity gains, then expand. Microsoft provides ROI templates for business justification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Microsoft 365 to use Copilot?
The free Copilot works without any Microsoft subscription. But the real value — AI in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams — requires Microsoft 365 Business Premium or Enterprise with the Copilot add-on.
How much does the full Copilot cost?
Microsoft 365 Copilot is $30/user/month on top of your existing Microsoft 365 subscription. Volume discounts are available for large organizations.
Is it worth it if we already use ChatGPT?
If your team lives in Microsoft Office, yes. The in-app integration means less copy-pasting and context-switching. ChatGPT is better as a standalone research and writing tool.