Bill Gates would 'support' Xbox sell-off: Report

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Last Updated : May 07 2014 | 1:05 PM IST

Bill Gates has reportedly claimed that he would support an Xbox sell off if that happens.

During an interview, Gates revealed that he would "absolutely" support

Microsoft's new CEO if he chose to sell the Xbox division, The Verge reported.

Gates said that he likes the way Satya Nadella, the new CEO of Microsoft, works.

He added that it is exciting to have young blood and new thinking which Nadella brings.

However it is unclear if Gates truly backs the idea or not as Xbox is an important gaming console, recognized by many.

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First Published: May 07 2014 | 12:49 PM IST

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