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Overview
Microsoft is an American multinational technology company founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975. It is headquartered in Redmond, Washington and is known for developing, manufacturing, and selling computer software, consumer electronics, and personal computers. Microsoft's most well-known product is its line of Windows operating systems, which are used in the majority of personal computers worldwide. In addition to Windows, Microsoft also produces other popular technology products such as: - Microsoft Office: A suite of productivity software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Surface: A line of hybrid tablet/laptop devices. - Xbox: A video game console and online gaming service. - Azure: A cloud computing platform and services. Microsoft has a significant presence in a variety of other technology markets, including search engines (with Bing), online advertising (with Bing Ads), and the enterprise software market (with products such as SharePoint and Dynamics 365). The company is also heavily involved in philanthropy and has a dedicated foundation, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which focuses on improving global health and education and reducing poverty. Microsoft has a global presence with offices in over 100 countries and employs over 160,000 people worldwide. As of 2021, it is one of the world's largest and most valuable companies, with a market capitalization of over $2 trillion.
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