Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products, services, and devices.
Best known for its Windows operating system and Office productivity suite, Microsoft also offers cloud computing services through Azure, and hardware products like the Surface line of tablets and laptops, and the Xbox gaming consoles.
The company focuses on innovation and empowering individuals and businesses to achieve more.