Microsoft

Microsoft is a multinational technology company headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, it is best known for its software products, notably the Windows operating system and the Microsoft Office suite. The company also develops hardware, including the Xbox gaming console and Surface line of tablets/laptops. Microsoft offers a range of services, such as cloud computing through Azure, and has a significant presence in various technology sectors including artificial intelligence, gaming, and productivity tools. Over the years, it has grown to become one of the largest companies in the world by market capitalization.