Bill's bull horn

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Microsoft president, Steve Ballmer, has announced a restructuring of the company which will be organized around consumers rather than products. Ballmer was previously the chief salesman of the company and faced complaints about software crashing and being difficult to install. Ballmer is seen to have had a major impact on the culture of Microsoft, and there is a need for him to exercise restraint at a time when the company faces antitrust action. The company has increased the number of features offered by Windows, and Windows 2000 has suffered delays due to bugs. Meanwhile, developments such as the increased importance of computer services could affect the company.

Ballmer, Steve

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Extending its tentacles

Article Abstract:

US software giant Microsoft may be moving into new markets such as web services and digital entertainment, but it continues to use familiar tactics and its successful focus on 'platforms'. Oct 25, 2001, sees the launch of Windows XP, one of a series of forthcoming major launches.

Product introduction, Operating systems (Software), Operating systems, Company Profile, Microsoft Windows XP (Operating system)

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Microsoft's cunning plan

Article Abstract:

The strategy of Microsoft, and the challenges faced by the company are examined in detail.

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