About This Deal

Microsoft Corporation acquired LinkAge Software, a transaction announced in June 1997.

LinkAge Software operates in Exchange Server, is based in Toronto, Canada. LinkAge Software built e-mail connectivity and directory-synchronization software that enabled Microsoft Exchange Server to coexist with legacy messaging systems such as IBM OfficeVision, SNADS-based systems and Lotus Notes. Microsoft acquired the Toronto company to enhance Exchange Server's interoperability with diverse legacy e-mail environments; the development team moved to Redmond while consulting and support staff stayed in Toronto.

Improve Exchange Server interoperability and migration from legacy messaging systems.

Deal Terms

Acquirer
Microsoft Corporation
Target
LinkAge Software
Value
Not disclosed
Date
June 1997
Type
Acquisition
Status
Official-source — no SEC filing

Transaction Details

Target HQ
Toronto, Canada
Segment
Exchange Server
Announced
June 30, 1997

In Their Words

We have been working with LinkAge for more than five years and found it committed to delivering best-of-breed solutions for connecting customers' legacy e-mail environments with Microsoft Exchange Server.Rich Tong, Vice President of Marketing, Personal and Business Systems Group, Microsoft

Advisors

Advisory firms were not disclosed for this transaction.

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