Microsoft
About the Company
Microsoft, conceived by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975 within a garage in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has grown into an unparalleled technological powerhouse, influencing nearly every facet of modern life. Renowned for its ubiquitous Windows operating system, Microsoft's impact extends far beyond personal computing, with Azure, its cloud computing platform, now serving as the backbone of countless online services worldwide. The company has not only shaped the software landscape but also ventured into hardware, introducing the Surface line of devices and acquiring gaming giant Bethesda Softworks. With a commitment to sustainability, Microsoft aims to be carbon-negative by 2030 and has invested in renewable energy initiatives.
Moreover, its philanthropic arm, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, ranks as one of the world's largest charitable foundations, demonstrating a dedication to global health and education. Microsoft is not merely a software giant; it's an architect of technological progress and a catalyst for positive change on a global scale.
Industry Type
- Sector: Information Technology
- Industry group: Software & Services
- Industry: Software
- Sub-Industry: Application Software
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