Apple Inc. (AAPL), Google Inc (GOOG): Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) May Be in Better Shape Than You Think

Microsoft’s approach has never been one of glitz and show like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), or even one of being everywhere like Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG); it seems to prefer quiet competence. What the company does possess, however, is a growing footprint in a wide range of area. If and when it finds a way to leverage these together it will be a veritable force.

Rather than focusing on the fact that the Surface Pro is well behind the iPad, or that Android sales dwarf Windows Phone sales, I suggest looking at how broad Microsoft’s reach has become. As it gets better and better in each of these areas, it may surprise you. As such, keeping even a small allocation to the stock is wise.

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Fool contributor Doug Ehrman has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Apple and Google. The Motley Fool owns shares of Apple, Google, and Microsoft.

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