From operating system, productivity, and gaming software to search engine capabilities and cloud computing, the technology giant Microsoft offers it all to consumers around the world. Buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit and drive, this nonfiction STEM title for young adults surveys the journey of the personal-computer business from garage start-up to global industry leader. It covers Microsoft's products such as Windows, Bing, and Xbox 360, its company history, and key leaders, including Bill Gates, Paul Allen, and Steve Ballmer. Sidebars and a glossary support the main text, while a selected bibliography and websites encourage further topic research.