Microsoft Corporation, founded on April 4, 1975, is an American multinational technology company specializing in computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Microsoft is renowned for its Windows operating system and the Microsoft Office suite. The company has diversified its portfolio over time, entering markets such as video gaming through Xbox consoles and establishing a significant presence in cloud computing with the Azure platform. Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft ranks among the world's largest technology firms in terms of revenue and market capitalization.