Microsoft
American operating systems brand from Redmond, founded in 1975
Microsoft is an American multinational technology company. It develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services.
About Microsoft
Microsoft is an American multinational technology company. It develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services.
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- Software product from United States
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Brand comparison
| Brand | Country | Positioning | Main category | Price level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft |  United States | Microsoft is an American multinational technology com… | Operating Systems | Subscription |
| Debian |  Switzerland | One of the oldest and most stable Linux distributions… | Software | Varies |
| Linux Mint |  Ireland | User-friendly Linux distribution based on Ubuntu and… | Software | Varies |
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Market presence
- Official website
- Self-serve signup
- Partner channels
Brand timeline
- 1975Founded in Redmond
- TodayListed on EUROVA in Software
EU Fines & Penalties
View all EU fines →For breaching commitments to offer users a choice of web browsers, after Microsoft failed to include a promised Browser Choice screen in Windows updates.
Read moreFor failing to comply with a 2004 EU antitrust order (not providing required interoperability information on reasonable terms).
Read moreDouble Irish tax arrangement
About Double Irish →Historically used the Double Irish tax arrangement — a structure flagged for aggressive tax avoidance.
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