I think there is certainly a possibility here.
i can see Microsoft taking steps to closing up the Windows system and probably allow only Windows Store apps in the future and deprecate the entire Win32 part.
I think if the cartridges were of sufficient size, it could be a good move. disc based medium has a problem of latency that why you see games for PS4/XB1 requiring installation.
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