MICROSOFT AND CASIO TO COLLABORATE ON CONSUMER PRODUCT TECHNOLOGIES

REDMOND, WASH. - APRIL 23, 1996 - Microsoft Corp. and Casio Computer
Company Ltd. today announced that the two companies have agreed to work
together on the joint development of software and hardware technologies
for computer-based consumer products.

This first-ever collaboration between the two companies will integrate
Microsoft's strength and experience in software development with Casio's
expertise in consumer electronics to jointly create a range of
computer-based information and communications products with PC
connectivity and compatibility.

Microsoft and Casio plan to collaborate on the architecture for a new
category of computer-based consumer devices designed to connect to, and
share data with, personal computers running the Microsoft Windows
operating system. Microsoft will develop system software, applications and
development tools for these devices, while Casio will develop the hardware
and provide expertise in the consumer electronics market.

"We are excited to announce our relationship with Casio, a global leader in
personal consumer electronics," said Craig Mundie, senior vice president
of the consumer platforms division at Microsoft. "This first-ever
collaboration is an important step in fulfilling Microsoft's vision of new
computer-based devices that give users compatibility with Windows-based
PCs and ubiquitous access to a variety of information. We look forward to
working with Casio on developing such new interactive consumer products."

"Combining Microsoft's strength in software development with Casio's strong
presence in consumer electronics allows our two companies to take
leadership roles in helping define the next generation of
consumer-information and communications devices," said Kazuo Kashio,
president of Casio Computer Company Ltd.

Casio Computer Company Ltd. is one of the leading companies of consumer
electronics in the world. Since it was founded in 1957, the company has
developed electronic calculators, electronic timepieces, electronic
musical instruments, LCD TVs, pagers and other communication devices under
the motto "Creativity and Contribution."

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in
software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of
products and services for business and personal use, each designed with
the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take
advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.
 
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