Jugger-not

Microsoft’s days as an unstoppable force are over. The software giant’s below-expectations earnings shocked investors. And it’s cutting 5,000 jobs – the first big layoffs in its storied 33-year history. The economic mess has highlighted Microsoft’s vulnerabilities. Boss Steve Ballmer needs to stop dabbling in unprofitable business ventures and focus on his exposed core product lines. Despite the economic downturn, Microsoft remains the 800-pound gorilla of software – after all, it earned $4.2bn ...