Steven Sinofsky, the Microsoft executive who turned its Windows franchise around and just led the effort to release Windows 8, is leaving the company, effective immediately.
Sinofsky, a controversial figure at the company, was the subject of a recent CNET profile that explored his polarizing ways. Insiders said he was warring with Microsoft Chief Executive Steve Ballmer.
The company said the decision behind Sinofsky's departure was mutual, thought the abruptness of the announcement might suggest otherwise.
"I am grateful for the many years of work that Steven has contributed to the company," Ballmer said.
It has also been reported that Julia Larson Green, a VP in Windows is replacing Sinofsky.
Read more about it at: C|net
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