Cutting-edge hardware development is an established and important focus for Microsoft. Because Microsoft is so well known for software, outsiders sometimes overlook the company's extensive and long-standing position in the hardware industry. Yet Microsoft's hardware successes and innovations span several decades.

Microsoft entered the peripheral arena with the first Microsoft Mouse in 1983. Since that time, the company has made significant advances in keyboard and mouse technology, first in the critical area of ergonomics, and more recently in the development of cutting-edge wireless peripheral technology. The Microsoft Hardware Group has also made important strides in home networking, developing various broadband networking products that enable our customers to get maximum value from their home computing experience.

Another exciting achievement is Xbox, Microsoft's games console that brings PC computing power to gaming and home entertainment. Xbox is a powerful piece of equipment with the potential to dramatically enhance the way people regard entertainment. Working with the Xbox team is an opportunity to contribute to an exciting consumer product in the high-profile and rapidly growing gaming industry.

Microsoft is committed to its various hardware products, and this commitment translates into many exciting employment opportunities.