Computer pioneer Microsoft turns 50 in the age of AI


As the Redmond, Washington-based company founded with a vision of putting computers in every home and office celebrates its 50th anniversary on April 4, it looks to boost its fortunes by being a leader in AI. — AFP

SAN FRANCISCO: Microsoft has been at the heart of computing for half a century, becoming a tech stalwart almost taken for granted as lifestyles embraced the Internet.

As the company, founded with a vision of putting computers in every home and office, celebrates its 50th anniversary on Friday, it is looking to boost its fortunes by being a leader in the fast-developing field of artificial intelligence (AI).

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