The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which technology and media editor/analyst Andrew Tonner discusses topics across the investing world.

Microsoft announced a massive step last week with the introduction of its Surface tablet. And while it's no secret that the tablet market is a major growth market, Microsoft has largely missed the boat thus far. Can Microsoft make headway in this burgeoning market? Let's take a moment to review what this new device will offer, how it should affect the tablet market, and Microsoft as well? Listen on to find out.

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