Microsoft :$MSFT

Microsoft is an American multinational technology company that develops, licenses, and sells computer software, consumer electronics, and personal computers. The company was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.

Microsoft is best known for its Windows operating system, Microsoft Office productivity suite, and Xbox gaming console. The company also offers a range of other software and hardware products, including the Surface tablet, the HoloLens mixed reality headset, and the Microsoft Teams collaboration platform.

In recent years, Microsoft has shifted its focus towards cloud computing and artificial intelligence, with products like Azure and the Cortana virtual assistant. Microsoft is one of the largest companies in the world by market capitalization, and is considered one of the pioneers of the personal computer revolution. The company is one of the largest technology companies in the world, with a market capitalization of over $2 trillion as of 2021.