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Microsoft, Best Buy to Battle PC Slump With Mini 'Windows Stores'

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By:
Natalie Zmuda
June 13, 2013 10:21 PM

Microsoft is teaming up with Best Buy to promote machines with its latest Windows 8 operating system as the software maker and electronics retailer try to combat the worst personal computer slump on record.

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