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Cloud computing top 5 priority for Microsoft.(CLOUD COMPUTING)
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The Online Reporter
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August 8, 2008
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A recent memo to Microsoft employees from chief Steve Ballmer said the company has made cloud computing one of its top five priorities for fiscal 2009. Called Software-plus-Services, the product/service will let users choose between traditional software running on the device or software running on an Internet-connected server or both. Ballmer promised he'd reveal more information about the company's plans in October when it details its Live and Online technologies.
Microsoft's fiscal 2009 started July 1, 2008.
Cloud computing is expected to have a major impact on consumers, everything from GPS-based services (where's the nearest restroom) to e-commerce (where can I ...
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