00:00Microsoft is a global leader in technology, founded on April 4, 1975, by Bill Gates and
00:09Paul Allen. Their journey began in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where they saw the potential for
00:15software development. Today, Microsoft's best-selling products include Windows, Office,
00:22Xbox, Bing, and Azure. The partnership with IBM in 1980 was pivotal. Microsoft agreed to bundle
00:31its operating system with IBM PCs. This led to the creation of OS, 2, which faced competition from
00:39Windows. In the 1990s, Windows captured over 90% of the PC market share. By June 30, 2015,
00:49Microsoft boasted an annual revenue of $86.83 billion and had over 128,000 employees.
00:58Their development spans various software products, marking them as a software giant.
01:04Microsoft launched its first product, Altair Basic, after Bill Gates and Paul Allen developed
01:10an interpreter for the first microcomputer, the Altair 8800. This success laid the foundation for
01:18their burgeoning company. Originally named Microsoft, the company rebranded to Microsoft in 1979.
01:28By moving to Bellevue, Washington, Microsoft was better positioned to attract top talent.
01:34Steve Baumer joined as a key player and later became CEO. Microsoft initially thrived by developing
01:41basic variants, heavily relied upon by early home computers. Their first hardware, the Z80 softcard,
01:49was a success and signaled their entry into the hardware market. The introduction of Windows in 1985
01:56marked a significant shift. Windows became a graphical extension of MS-DOS, shaping the computing experience.
02:05Investing heavily in R&D, Microsoft transitioned from OS 2 to Windows, which quickly gained popularity.
02:14The release of Microsoft Office in 1989 solidified its influence in Office productivity applications.
02:21By the early 1990s, Microsoft had established itself as a dominant software player worldwide.
02:29Throughout the 1990s, Microsoft experienced rapid growth, releasing Windows 95 and Windows 98.
02:37These innovations included integrated internet capabilities, which were revolutionary at the time.
02:44Internet Explorer emerged as a key player in web browsing.
02:48The early 2000s saw Microsoft diversifying into gaming with the Xbox.
02:54Despite a slower start, the Xbox 360 became a major success.
03:00Their focus shifted towards cloud services, especially with the introduction of Azure.
03:06Steve Baumer's tenure ended in 2014, with Satya Nadella succeeding him as CEO.
03:13Nadella emphasized cloud computing and cross-platform compatibility, leading to strategic acquisitions and
03:19product launches. Under Nadella, Microsoft adopted a collaborative approach, strengthening ties with Linux and open-source communities.
03:29With the introduction of Windows 10, they redefined user experiences across devices.
03:36In recent years, Microsoft has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of companies like LinkedIn,
03:42GitHub, and Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
03:48This move positions Microsoft at the forefront of gaming and cloud solutions.
03:53Microsoft's strategic evolution continues as it works towards becoming the most valued technology company.
04:00The company recently announced a subscription offering of AI through Copilot Pro.
04:06As we look to the future, Microsoft's past is filled with innovation, resilience, and adaptation.
04:13Their journey showcases how one company can transform the digital landscape and impact countless lives.
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