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Microsoft just turned 50, can its dominance last another half a century?
- Microsoft, celebrating its 50th anniversary, has grown from a small software company to a tech giant worth over $3 trillion.
- Though facing competition, Windows remains paramount in the professional and gaming domains, with Microsoft investing in AI and Quantum computing for the future.
- Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft focused on software development for personal computers like Altair 8800.
- In the 1980s, Microsoft introduced iconic products like MS-DOS, Windows, Word, and Excel, solidifying its presence in the tech industry.
- The evolution continued with the introduction of Xbox in the 2000s, making Microsoft a key player in the gaming market.
- In the 2010s, Microsoft launched Windows 10, delved into tablets with the Surface line, and acquired services like Skype and LinkedIn.
- The 2020s saw Microsoft focusing on new avenues like Windows 11, AI integration through Copilot, and expanding beyond traditional operating systems.
- While still influential, Microsoft faces challenges with evolving technology, shifting from monopoly to a more diversified approach in the tech landscape.
- AI plays a crucial role in Microsoft's future strategy, although competition and uncertainties exist in this crowded market.
- The article delves into Microsoft's journey, highlighting milestones, innovations, and potential future directions as it navigates the ever-changing technology industry.
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