Microsoft offers buyouts to roughly a quarter of its workforce

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Microsoft has reportedly offered voluntary buyout packages to about a quarter of its employees. The offer was reported by the Seattle Times, which covers the company from its home region in Washington state. The source material provided is limited to a headline and a link, so details such as the exact timing, eligibility, and the company's stated reasons are not confirmed here. Readers should consult the original report for specifics on the terms and scope of the offer.

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