Microsoft Corporation develops, manufactures, licenses and supports a
wide range of software products for a multitude of computing devices. The
Company's software products include scalable operating systems for
servers, personal computers (PCs) and intelligent devices; server
applications for client/server environments; information worker
productivity applications; business solutions applications, and software
development tools. During the year ended June 30, 2002, Microsoft launched
Xbox, its next-generation video game system. The Company's online efforts
include the MSN network of Internet products and services and alliances
with companies involved with broadband access and various forms of digital
interactivity. Microsoft licenses consumer software programs, sells
hardware devices, provides consulting services and trains and certifies
system integrators and developers. |
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