Microsoft Corporation

NASDAQ:MSFT ISIN:US5949181045

Feb 10, 2012

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Microsoft Corporation Company Summary

Founded in 1975, Microsoft Corporation (Nasdaq: MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services and Internet technologies for personal and business computing. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through great software - any time, any place and on any device.

COMPANY DATA

	Telephone	1(503) 443-7070

	Principal Sector	Infrastructure & Technology

	Principal Industry	Software

	Homepage	www.microsoft.com

Key Developments: Microsoft Corporation

	Asian Activities Report for December 13, 2011: Minmetals Resources Limited (HKG:1208) Reports 103.9% Increase in Zinc Ore Reserves DEC 13, 2011 12:00 - Article Views: 670 Asian Activities Report for December 13, 2011 includes: Minmetals Resources Limited (HKG:1208) announced its Mineral Resources and Ore Reserve Statement as at 30 June 2011 with a 103.9% increase in zinc Ore Reserves; Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. (TYO:7201) will collaborate and create a next-generation dealer management system based on Microsoft Dynamics; Samsung Electronics (PINK:SSNLF) (SEO:005930) has announced the launch of the next evolution of GALAXY Tab - the GALAXY Tab 10.1 in Australia.

	World Business Leaders To Meet in Atlanta To Decide The Future of Social Media Marketing JULY 21, 2011 08:00 - Article Views: 3,431 World business leaders have confirmed they are to meet in Atlanta to decide the future of social media marketing. Representatives at the iStrategy Conference at the Americasmart Convention Centre on 13-14 September will include top executives from Facebook, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), AOL (NYSE:AOL), Bloomberg, Sprint and Interbrand.

	Next Generation Utilities Summit Europe 2011 Malaga, Spain MAY 2, 2011 10:08 - Article Views: 1,201 The Microsoft Worldwide Utility Industry Survey 2011 polled more than 210 professionals within electric, gas and related companies around the world and found that 39 percent of utilities were adopting smart grid technologies. Smart grids are likely to be top of the agenda at the Next Generation Utilities Summit Europe 2011, which takes place from 15-17 November in Malaga, Spain. This closed-door summit, hosted by GDS International, features some of the leading voices in the European utilities sector.

	iSOFT Group Limited (ASX:ISF) Launches New Aged And Community Care IT Solution DEC 9, 2009 12:48 - Article Views: 3,183 iSOFT Group Limited (ASX:ISF) today announced the launch of iSOFT Aged Care - Enterprise Wide Health (EWH), an integrated management solution for aged and community care organisations.

	Kingsoft Corporation (HKG:3888) Joins Microsoft Virus Information Alliance Becoming the First Chinese Member To Strengthen Virus Monitoring Capability of Kingsoft Internet Security JUNE 22, 2009 19:03 - Article Views: 3,314 Kingsoft Corporation Limited ("Kingsoft" or the "Company"; HKG:3888), a leading entertainment and applications software developer, distributor and service provider in China by market share, today announced that it joins Microsoft Virus Information Alliance ("VIA"), becoming the first Chinese anti-virus software provider in the alliance.

	Kingsoft Corporation Limited (HKG:3888) King In The Software Industry in China APR 22, 2009 13:10 - Article Views: 4,332 Kingsoft Corporation (HKG:3888) specialises in online games and application software development, distribution and sales in China. This year marks the 20th anniversary for the company since establishment in 1989 and the second year since its successful listing on HK Stock Exchange. In FY 2008, the company has experienced exponential growth in both revenue and EPS, rising by 47% to RMB $820 million and 60% to RMB 32.83 cents per share respectively.

	Asian Markets Overview of February 10 FEB 10, 2009 15:00 - Article Views: 6,445 Asian markets are expected to be flat today before the US stimulus package is unveiled. Yesterday the major indexes in Asia closed mixed with Shanghai and Hong Kong extended the rising after China's stimulus plan announced last week, while Tokyo and Seoul declined.

	Microsoft Partners With Zylotech Limited (ASX:ZYL) On OEM Basis To Take On Apple's Market SEP 10, 2008 11:52 - Article Views: 5,477 Zylotech Limited (ASX:ZYL) announce that Microsoft has now extended and approved its OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) Agreement with Zylotech Limited (CLA #276921 OEMID:12689) on Sep 9 2008 12:00AM, to include all embedded systems manufactured by Zylotech. This significant development provides Zylotech with the recognition level needed to capture international markets.

	Zylotech Limited (ASX:ZYL) Partners With Microsoft Embedded Channel To Take On Apple's Market SEP 2, 2008 11:43 - Article Views: 4,299 Zylotech Limited (ASX:ZYL) is proud to announce that Zylotech's Rainbow product, has received its strongest endorsement yet from 3P Studios, one of Australia's leading multi-media production houses. Underpinned by a partnership with Microsoft through their designated exclusive embedded channel distributor in the ANZ region, DSTA P/L, Rainbow is now a legitimate substitute to other high-performance media-centre PCs.