Microsoft adopts non-English name dictionary

Microsoft adopts non-English name dictionary

June 14, 2023 6:52 pm EST.

An MS Word plugin created by a Vancouver-based grassroots organization has been adopted by Microsoft and will be incorporated into future updates. Dilshad Burman with why they're calling it a big win for inclusivity.

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