Editing Microsoft Corporation (section)

=== A Legacy of Innovation and Market Dominance   ===
By 2015, Microsoft Corporation had cemented its place as a global tech titan, with a history of groundbreaking innovations and a diverse portfolio of products and services. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, the company had already revolutionised personal computing with the launch of Windows in 1985 and Microsoft Office in 1990 <ref>{{cite web |url=https://timepath.org/microsoft |quote=Microsoft was founded in 1975 and introduced groundbreaking products like Windows and Office. }}</ref>. In 2015, Microsoft remained a formidable competitor, going head-to-head with tech giants such as Google (Alphabet Inc.), Amazon (Amazon Web Services), Apple Inc., Oracle, IBM, Salesforce, and Adobe <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.marketing91.com/microsoft-competitors-alternatives/ |quote=Microsoft's competitors in 2015 included Google (Alphabet Inc.), Amazon (Amazon Web Services), Apple Inc., Oracle, IBM, Salesforce, Adobe, and others. }}</ref>. Its strategic focus on cloud computing, enterprise IT, artificial intelligence (AI), and gaming positioned it as a leader in these rapidly evolving sectors <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.cbinsights.com/research/report/microsoft-strategy-teardown/ |quote=Microsoft's strategic focus in 2015 included cloud computing, enterprise IT, AI, and gaming. }}</ref>. Key offerings like Azure and Office 365, introduced in 2013, were central to its growth, with Office 365 becoming a cornerstone of its subscription-based services <ref>{{cite web |url=https://rcpmag.com/articles/2015/06/10/top-10-microsoft-products-of-2015.aspx |quote=Microsoft's key products in 2015 included Azure and Office 365. }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.howtogeek.com/microsoft-office-milestones-that-shaped-how-we-work/ |quote=Microsoft launched Office 365 in 2013, a major milestone in its product offerings. }}</ref>. Financially, Microsoft reported a revenue of $93.6 billion for fiscal year 2015, with an operating income of $18.2 billion, underscoring its strong market presence <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Investor/earnings/FY-2015-Q4/press-release-webcast |quote=Microsoft's revenue for fiscal year 2015 was $93.6 billion. }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Investor/earnings/FY-2015-Q4/press-release-webcast |quote=Microsoft's operating income for fiscal year 2015 was $18.2 billion. }}</ref>. However, the company also faced challenges, including a $5.1 billion charge for the impairment of goodwill, primarily linked to its Phone Hardware segment <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/789019/000119312516662209/d187868d10k.htm |quote=Microsoft recorded a $5.1 billion charge for the impairment of goodwill in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2015. }}</ref>. Despite these hurdles, Microsoft’s commitment to innovation and strategic expansion highlighted its resilience and adaptability in a fiercely competitive industry, solidifying its significance in the tech landscape of 2015.