What is the difference between a Non-Comissioned Officer (NCO) and a Commissioned Officer (CO) in the military rank structure?

Question

I’ve read several explanations but they all go over my head. I can’t seem to find an actually decent explanation as to what a “commission” is in a military setting.

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Answer 1

So many long winded explanations.

A commissioned officer is an agent of the government who has received a commission from the head of state (Or equivalent). You can complete all the necessary training and assessments but until you receive the Letter of Commission you’re not a commissioned officer.

An NCO, doesn’t have said letter of commission.