Gates takes wraps off of Windows XP
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Microsoft on Thursday officially launched Windows XP, the newest version of its operating system and what could be the company's most important product in more than six years. The long-anticipated operating system, which Microsoft said improves performance, reliability and ease of use, is available at retail as of Thursday. Microsoft ushered in Windows XP with a lavish extravaganza in New York on Thursday. Microsoft, chipmaker Intel and PC makers combined, are expected to spend more than $1 billion on marketing for Windows XP. Chairman and Chief Software Architect Bill Gates accompanied by PC industry executives and New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani announced Windows XP at Times Square's Marriott Marquis Theatre.