Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Windows XP and Microsoft from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

Sales rebounded briefly in 2014, reflecting purchases by businesses as Microsoft phased out support for its aging Windows XP software.

Answer: developer