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The clause establishes Microsoft's unilateral authority to modify service access without advance notice or cure period, based on the company's assessment of compliance, risk exposure, or business feasibility. This creates operational uncertainty regarding service continuity.
Users operate under terms that permit account suspension or service termination based on Microsoft's determination of term violations, legal risk, or commercial viability. The provision does not require advance notice, opportunity to remediate, or detailed explanation prior to suspension or termination.
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We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time for any reason, including if we determine you have violated these Terms. You may stop using our Services at any time. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease.
Google may suspend or terminate your access to our generative AI services if you violate these policies. In cases of severe or repeated violations, we may also suspend or terminate your Google Account.
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The clause establishes Microsoft's unilateral authority to modify service access without advance notice or cure period, based on the company's assessment of compliance, risk exposure, or business feasibility. This creates operational uncertainty regarding service continuity.
Users operate under terms that permit account suspension or service termination based on Microsoft's determination of term violations, legal risk, or commercial viability. The provision does not require advance notice, opportunity to remediate, or detailed explanation prior to suspension or termination.
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