Microsoft reports $41.7 bn revenue in Q3, net income rises 44%

Microsoft has posted a revenue of $41.7 billion for the third quarter ended March 31, up 19% compared to corresponding period of last fiscal year. The company's net income rose 44% to $15.5 billion, whereas its operating income rose to $17 billion. Microsoft's personal computing unit, which includes Windows operating system and Xbox gaming console, recorded $13 billion in sales.