Microsoft Corporation
Industry: Software & Programming

Microsoft Corporation develops, manufactures, licenses and supports a wide range of software products for a multitude of computing devices.Microsoft software includes scalable operating systems for servers,personal computers (PCs) and intelligent devices; server applications for client/server environments; knowledge worker productivity applications;and software development tools. The Company's online efforts include the MSN network of Internet products and services and alliances with companies involved with broadband access and various forms of digital interactivity. Microsoft also licenses consumer software programs; sells hardware devices; provides consulting services; trains and certifies system integrators and developers; and researches and develops advanced technologies for future software products.

Business Summary
Microsoft Corporation develops, manufactures, licenses and supports a range of software products for various computing devices. The Company's software products include scalable operating systems for servers, personal computers (PCs) and intelligent devices; server applications for client/server environments; information worker productivity applications; business solutions applications; software development tools, and mobile and embedded devices. Microsoft provides consulting services and product support services and trains and certifies system integrators and developers. The Company sells the Xbox video game console, along with games and peripherals. Its online businesses include the MSN subscription and the MSN network of Internet products and services. The Company's seven product segments are: Client, Server and Tools, Information Worker, Microsoft Business Solutions, MSN, Mobile and Embedded Devices and Home and Entertainment.

Financial Summary
Microsoft Corporation develops, manufactures, licenses & supports a range of software products, including scalable operating systems, server applications, worker productivity applications and software development tools. For the fiscal year ended 6/30/05, revenues rose 8% to $39.79B. Net income rose 50% to $12.25B. Results reflect continued improvements in overall IT spending and lower research and development costs.