With the upcoming launch of Windows 2000 we are extremely excited to usher in a new era in personal and business computing. However, we remain cautious in our expectations for near-term PC demand and corporate software spending, and continue to anticipate moderate revenue growth through the remainder of fiscal 2000. The completion of Windows 2000 represents a phenomenal team effort and would not have been possible without the amazing contributions of our employees, customers and partners across the industry. Windows 2000 is the premier platform for enabling exciting new Internet computing solutions, and addresses the full range of business customer needs, from laptops and desktops to high-end servers. Microsoft recently announced plans to assemble the first Internet-based platform of next generation Windows services, with Microsoft Windows 2000 as a crucial building block of the company's new strategy focusing on software services.
Software is the key to the future.
During the quarter Microsoft announced strategic alliances with RadioShack and Best Buy Company Inc. aimed at accelerating the adoption of Web technologies and consumer connections to the Internet. Customers will be able to see demonstrations of a broad range of solutions and services based on Microsoft technologies, and sign up for narrowband dial-up or broadband Internet access via MSN or WebTV Network services. The alliance with Best Buy will include significant joint marketing efforts and the demonstration and sale of MSN Internet Access plus the full range of Microsoft's connectivity solutions at more than 350 Best Buy stores. These statements are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Some information contained in this document relates to prereleased product which may be substantially modified before first commercial release.