Microsoft is desperate to grab a bigger share of the online-advertising market because many of its software products are being challenged by free, advertising-supported services offered by Google.

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Indeed, the company foresees a future where games and other software are supported by advertising, sponsorship or even product placement.

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But now, GreenPrint is offering a free version of the software for non-business use, supported by advertising.

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