Microsoft Supports Ringier Foundation

 Microsoft and Ringier are joining forces to address social issues. As Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer announced, the software giant will begin supporting the Dariu Foundation, which was established by Ringier, effective immediately. The goal is to improve the social and economic conditions of people in need, Ballmer said during a meeting with Ringier Executive Board member Thomas Trüb. Specifically, Microsoft will provide software licenses to the schools established by the foundation in Than Phu, Vietnam.The foundation, based in Zofingen, was founded in 2002 and uses donations from individuals and companies to provide children with a school education.