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Reflecting on Microsoft’s 50-year history, it becomes evident that the company has undergone significant transformations driven by visionary leadership. Founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen laid the groundwork, followed by the stewardship of Steve Ballmer and current CEO Satya Nadella. Each leader navigated challenging times and pivotal decisions, leading the company from an era focused on mainframe computers to today’s forefronts of AI and cloud computing.
Despite numerous changes throughout five decades, Microsoft continues to remain relevant and impactful, underscoring its commitment to not only technological advancement but also societal benefit.