Microsoft Corporation is a multinational technology company that develops, licenses, and sells computer software, consumer electronics, and personal computers and services. It is best known for its Windows operating system, Office productivity suite, and Xbox gaming console. The company was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Microsoft has a diverse range of businesses, including a cloud computing platform, a search engine, and a digital assistant, among others.