WIN8 Certification equipment over 1000 Microsoft-style cloud computing

Whether it's Windows 8 or surface, the outside world is mixed. Some people think that Windows 8 dual system design takes into account both entertainment and business, others question its excessive consumption of Microsoft's cumulative user habits over the decades; some have questioned the use of surface too little, and the suspicion of eating with partners, others expect it will one day be able to fill the Apple ipad in the "productivity" On the short plate.

For Microsoft, the traditional PC market, the dense release of Windows 8 operating systems, Surface tablets over the past one months has largely decided whether it will be able to play the mobile internet in the future.

In fact, whether it's Windows 8 or surface, the outside world is mixed. Some people think that Windows 8 dual system design takes into account both entertainment and business, others question its excessive consumption of Microsoft's cumulative user habits over the decades; some have questioned the use of surface too little, and the suspicion of eating with partners, others expect it will one day be able to fill the Apple ipad in the "productivity" On the short plate.

November 29, claiming that "almost all the time is on business" Jean Fili Pu Goodward (Jean-philippe Courtois, hereinafter called Goodward) came to Guangzhou, in the visit to enterprises and enterprises customers, research and retail market at the same time, accept this reporter exclusive interview.

Windows 8 Certified Equipment Ultra 1000

21st Century: Windows 8 has sold a total of 40 million licenses since it was released, is this a satisfactory sales volume?

Goodward: This is an exciting number. With the release of Windows 8, Microsoft has opened a new era of transforming itself from software companies into cloud services and device providers.

Windows 8 is how we envision windows from the user interface to the chipset. At present, there are more than 1000 certified Windows 8 devices fully listed, including laptops, Super, All-in-one, tablet computers, dual-use computers. The essence of Windows 8 is to provide a working and entertaining experience, not only with touch, but also with a mouse, keyboard, or even a stylus.

I just saw surface in Suning, a product that showcases Microsoft's fast, seamless, uncompromising Windows 8 experience.

"21st century": Surface sales performance?

Goodward: No data has been disclosed and no data on surface can be provided.

21st Century: Some PC manufacturers complain that Microsoft has entered the PC hardware market through surface. Why does Microsoft do this? Will you compete with your partner?

Goodward: Many OEM vendors are still our very good friends, they are rolling out some great equipment, in fact, we have more than 1000 certification equipment, and is growing. Surface is a good proof of the Windows 8 experience.

21st Century: Apple and Android, especially in the mobile market, have taken up most of the market share. How many chances do you think Windows Phone has?

Goodward: Windows Phone 8 allows businesses and consumers to have the same experience with PCs and tablets on their phones. People value it and like it. You can get the advantage of Microsoft Office, the same user interface, and hundreds of thousands of other applications on Windows Phone. We are working with HTC, Nokia, Samsung and other companies, and Windows phone is actually getting new market share every week. We are really the latter, but we are growing.

"21st century": Will you develop your Windows Phone hardware like surface?

Goodward: OEM manufacturers provide mobile hardware, including HTC, Samsung and so on.

"21st century": How does Microsoft view its partnership with Nokia, especially if Nokia's performance is not up to expectations? Will Microsoft buy Nokia?

Goodward: Microsoft has established an in-depth partnership with Nokia. Nokia is still a very powerful leader in mobile, not just because of the number of handsets they sell, but also for their global operations, and in many countries, such as China and India, Nokia has a very high profile, a wide range of partners, retail outlets and distribution channels. Nokia has developed some extraordinary handsets. In fact, the media recently reported on the latest Lumia 920 success in the US and Europe, which has won market share and become one of the best-selling smartphones in the world.

Microsoft Cloud Computing Steps

"21st century": How will Microsoft integrate Internet business after messenger fades out next year?

Goodward: We recently announced that we will integrate Messenger to Skype on a global scale. This is Microsoft Skype's global strategy. In China, we will continue to operate Messenger, and we have integrated our partner resources for Messenger into our operations.

21st Century: Microsoft recently signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Shanghai municipal government on the launch of a public cloud in China. Could you tell me about your cloud computing strategy and whether Microsoft will consider setting up a joint venture with a Chinese partner?

Goodward: In communication with Chinese customers, they are very interested in finding small solutions. For example, how to manage traffic in Guangzhou and Guangdong province, where there are millions of people on the highway, an exciting cloud solution. I can cite countless examples of how Microsoft Cloud helps Chinese customers improve productivity and enhance business innovation. That's why we decided to get a licence from the Chinese government and work with the Shanghai government. We will be connected with the century to launch Office 365 and Windows Azure Services in China.

"21st century": What is the next step in Microsoft's cloud computing in China and around the world?

Goodward: The next step is to launch these services in China, the time has not been determined, but should be in the next few months.

Microsoft has been investing in China for the past more than 20 years, and we want to achieve a mutual win with China and hope to be closer to China's customers, so we have expanded in 15 provinces and cities in China. We also want to innovate in China, including our Office 365 and Windows Azure Cloud business model is unique and no other company can do it, Google cannot, nor can other companies.

From a global perspective, Microsoft has changed the way we develop software through cloud computing, and we innovate and update our cloud services every few weeks. Every three months, we have a major upgrade to Office 365 and Windows Azure. Every year, we will make significant changes to the architecture of our services. This is very different from the traditional software world. We used to have a new version of Office every few years, and it took a few years for the user to wait. For Office 365, users can enjoy new features every few weeks. This service operates 24x7 to ensure 99.9% reliability.

(Responsible editor: The good of the Legacy)