... multi-national basis, and a fine example of how powerful globalization has been, take Microsoft. Now Microsoft has played the part in world communications and interactivity for nearly 20 years. In that time it has created computer tools for nearly every country worldwide. It has been at the front of the technology ladder throwing out new ideas almost weekly, allowing internet and email communications everywhere. We now see its products in our homes, school, and work environments, and no doubt will continue to for many years to come. However, without the international links that have been created over the years through trade between foreign and local markets, this would be an almost impossible vision. Politically speaking, there is a strong argument that globalization is changing the face of society today. The increase in foreign market has not only led to the bringing down of social barriers (such as cultural and religious ...

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