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The clause defines the ethical framework Microsoft applies to generative AI use, establishing the scope of considerations users and developers are expected to account for.
Users of generative AI tools are expected to account for these identified ethical considerations.
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The clause defines the ethical framework Microsoft applies to generative AI use, establishing the scope of considerations users and developers are expected to account for.
Users of generative AI tools are expected to account for these identified ethical considerations.
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