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Microsoft: A Technological Colossus Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft's trajectory has been one of consistent expansion and market dominance. Initially focused on BASIC interpreters, the company rapidly ascended to control the personal computer operating system market with MS-D...
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- Company type Public
- Industry Information technology
- Founded April 4, 1975
- Founders Bill Gates, Paul Allen
- Headquarters One Microsoft Way, Redmond, Washington, U.S.
- Area served Worldwide
- Key people Satya Nadella (chairman &
- Services Edge, Azure, Bing, LinkedIn, Viva Engage, Microsoft 365, OneDrive, Dynamics 365, Outlook, GitHub, Microsoft Store, Windows Update, Game Pass, Xbox network
- Revenue US$245.1 billion (2024)
- Net income US$88.1 billion (2024)
- Number of employees 228,000 (2024)
- Subsidiaries Microsoft Japan, Microsoft India, Microsoft Egypt, GitHub, LinkedIn, Nuance Communications, RiskIQ, Skype Technologies, Xamarin, Xandr
- Website www.microsoft.com
Microsoft history
Last Updated : 24/03/25, 07:56 PM
Microsoft: From Altair BASIC to Global Tech Giant Founded in 1975 by childhood friends Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft initially focused on software development, creating Altair BASIC for the Altair 8800 microcomputer. Early success led to the development of Xenix, a Unix-based operating system...
MICROSOFT NEWS
Microsoft rolls out Xbox Cloud Gaming in India: How to set up, list of supported devices
November 13, 2025 12:45 pm
Xbox Cloud Gaming India: A step-by-step guide to get started on Xbox Cloud Gaming on your PC, phone, tablet, handheld, and most devices with access to a web browser.
Industry body representing Microsoft, AWS seeks copyright exemption to train AI in India
November 08, 2025 10:47 am
It has also recommended the removal of restrictions to cross border data transfers while expanding access to “non-sensitive high-value government datasets”.
Amid mass layoffs, Satya Nadella says Microsoft will grow headcount again with more ‘AI leverage’
November 03, 2025 9:34 am
Earlier this year, Microsoft said it will be cutting 9,000 jobs in one of the company’s largest rounds of layoffs.
System changes are being made in how organisations hire, train, and incentivise employees: Microsoft’s Jay Parikh on AI's impact on tech industry
November 01, 2025 3:50 pm
Microsoft’s Jay Parikh said companies are still “learning” and “figuring things out” as AI, which Silicon Valley sees as the next major technological revolution, is dramatically changing organisations.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella at GitHub Universe 2025: ‘Vibe coding’ is world-class tooling, developers remain central to creation
November 01, 2025 3:50 pm
In recent months, both coders and laypersons have been “vibe coding,” a conversational approach to prompting artificial intelligence to generate code for websites or apps.
Big tech’s layoff spree: Amazon, UPS, Intel slash tens of thousands of jobs in just a week
October 30, 2025 9:01 am
Amazon layoffs 2025, Big tech job cuts: Let’s take a look at the recent outbreak of layoffs from big tech, major corporations, startups, and others.
Top 10 most valuable companies in the world 2025: Nvidia makes history, first company to reach $5 trillion valuation; Apple overtakes and joins Microsoft in the $4 trillion club
November 04, 2025 1:31 pm
Top 10 most valuable companies in the world 2025 list: Apple’s market cap surged past $4 trillion on Tuesday, propelled by blockbuster iPhone 17 sales—making it the third company ever to hit the milestone.
Microsoft and OpenAI revise deal terms, require external panel to evaluate AGI claims
October 29, 2025 10:04 am
The revised deal also allows OpenAI to restructure itself into a public benefit corporation, following which Microsoft would hold a 27 per cent stake in the AI startup.
Microsoft, OpenAI reach new deal to allow OpenAI to restructure
October 28, 2025 7:18 pm
Microsoft shares jumped 4% on the deal, which could clear the way for OpenAI to become publicly traded in the future.
Australia sues Microsoft over AI-linked subscription price hikes
October 28, 2025 9:28 am
The ACCC is seeking penalties, consumer redress, injunctions and costs from Microsoft Australia Pty Ltd and its U.S. parent, Microsoft Corp.
MICROSOFT PHOTOS
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 in India: Here's everything you need to know
January 12, 2016 10:45 am
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 is officially launched in India at Rs 89,990 along with the older Surface Pro 3 at Rs 73,990.
Microsoft Lumia 950, Lumia 950XL: The first Windows 10 OS phones
November 30, 2015 6:20 pm
Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL with Windows 10 OS on mobiles are finally out in India and here's a quick look at the two new smartphones.
Microsoft Surface Pro 4, Lumia 950 coming to India: Here is what you need to know
November 06, 2015 12:07 pm
Everything you need to know about Microsoft's Surface Pro 4, Lumia 950 and Lumia 950XL
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in Mumbai: Here are his top five quotes
November 05, 2015 4:41 pm
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella was in India today to host the company's new Future Unleashed event in Mumbai and here are his top quotes
Microsoft's Surface Book to Lumia 950: Everything you need to know
October 07, 2015 1:22 pm
Microsoft announced its first ever laptop with a detachable keyboard. Everything you need to know about Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, Lumia 950, Lumia 950XL, Lumia 550 and Microsoft Band
Using Windows 7 or 8.1? Here is how to upgrade to Windows 10
June 24, 2015 9:26 pm
Microsoft will bring Windows 10 on July 29. Here's how to upgrade.
Top 10 latest smartphones reviewed: Samsung Galaxy S6, LG G4, HTC M9 + Lumia 640 XL and more
June 20, 2015 2:48 pm
Check out the top 10 latest smartphones.
How to upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 7 and 8.1
June 24, 2015 10:49 am
Windows 10 releases on July 29 and here is how you can reserve and download the new OS
Asus Zenfone 2, Xiaomi Mi 4i and more: 6 smartphone reviews you need to read
May 18, 2015 3:45 pm
Here is a picture gallery of Asus Zenfone 2, BlackBerry Leap, Xiaomi Mi 4i, HTC One M9+, Gionee Elife S7, LG G Flex, Lumia 640 XL with express reviews.
Microsoft Lumia 540: All you need to know in 7 slides
May 18, 2015 3:47 pm
Check out the new Microsoft Lumia 540 Windows smartphone.
