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Amazon , founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos , initially emerged as an online bookstore . It rapidly expanded its offerings , evolving into an e-commerce giant that significantly disrupted the retail sector . Headquartered in Seattle , Washington , USA , Amazon has diversified its portfolio extensively .

Today , Amazon ’ s vast array of products and services includes electronics , such as the Kindle e-reader and the Echo smart speaker , and a plethora of consumer goods ranging from books to household items . Its Prime subscription service offers members benefits like free shipping , streaming of movies , TV shows , and music . Amazon Web Services ( AWS ), a key segment , provides cloud computing and AI services . The company has also ventured into grocery retail with the acquisition of Whole Foods Market and developed its own line of private-label products .

Founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975 , Microsoft has significantly shaped the global technology landscape . Initially focused on software development , particularly with its groundbreaking MS-DOS operating system in the early 1980s , Microsoft solidified its industry dominance with the launch of Windows , a series of graphical operating system environments that revolutionised personal computing .

Today , Microsoft ’ s portfolio extends beyond software into hardware , cloud services and gaming . Key products include the Microsoft Office suite , a staple in productivity software , and the Azure cloud platform , a major player in cloud computing .

34 February 2024