Microsoft on Friday said it may take decades to tackle the problem of counterfeit software in large emerging economies, despite some recent progress, and called on Asian governments to invest more in policing the practice. "We are realistic in recognising that we have to work diligently over periods...

Microsoft is making a number of tweaks to its volume-licensing policies and procedures in the name of cutting complexity and reducing environmental waste. The changes affect those licensing Microsoft products under Enterprise Agreements, Select licenses and Open License Agreements and will take affect...