CHAPTER 8 Communicating: Word Processing, Desktop Publishing, Electronic Publishing, and Presenting
Microsoft Branches Out Microsoft, the world leader in personal computer software (the Windows series operating systems and Microsoft Office products) is rapidly expanding into all phases of technology, including the manufacturing and sale of consumer products and services. For the past two decades Microsoft has emphasized software for the personal computer. Within the past year or so, Microsoft has expanded into other areas such the Xbox video game player, Ultimate TV, tablet computers, personal digital assistant, and cell phones. Also, Microsoft is actively creating software and database management systems for server computers. The company has reengineered its MSN information service and hopes to compete directly with America Online. The company is also pursuing electronic publishing and related hardware.