Microsoft appoints new head of server and tools business

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Microsoft has named the man who will lead its $15 billion server and tools business going forward.

Satya Nadella, a former senior vice president of Microsoft's online services arm, has been promoted to president, replacing Bob Muglia, who will leave in the summer.

“We’re already making strong traction across our server and tools business by embracing cloud services,” said Microsoft's chief executive Steve Ballmer.

“Satya has deep experience in both our server business and online services, which will help accelerate our momentum while setting the course to deliver the cloud computing scenarios of the future.”

In his new role, Nadella will lead the strategy and product development for Microsoft's server and tools division, with a particular emphasis on the company's push into cloud computing.

“Our server and tools business is one of the fastest growing and most profitable businesses at Microsoft,” he said.

“I see great opportunity for Microsoft to grow the business and also lead the way in the transformation of enterprise IT. I’m excited to work with such a high-caliber team to chart the path for our continued success today and growth in the future.”

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