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Microsoft Volume II

Acquired

CHAPTER

Microsoft's Revenue Streams and Windows XP Release

The chapter explores Microsoft's revenue streams from enterprise agreements and OEM models, emphasizing the company's shift towards enterprise business by 2007. It also highlights the significance of Windows XP in merging Windows 9x ease of use with the Windows NT kernel's power, marking the start of the digital era for personal computing. Additionally, the chapter touches on Microsoft's entry into the gaming industry with Xbox, discussing its financial performance within the company.

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