The  Dow Jones Industrial Average  boasts seven stocks that fall into the technology and telecom sectors. But these aren't your run-of-the-mill growth companies. In fact, most of the companies in the index fit the bill of mature, dividend-paying stalwarts, versus the kinds of high-growth businesses more often associated with the tech or telecom space. However, that doesn't necessarily mean these companies aren't worthy of investors' time. The Fool's technology editor recently sat down to sift through the tech stocks on the Dow and find the ones investors should like the most, today putting Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, AT&T, and Verizon Communications under the microscope.

It's been a frustrating path for Microsoft investors, who've watched their company fail to capitalize on the incredible growth in mobile over the past decade. However, with the release of its own tablet, along with the widely anticipated Windows 8 operating system, the company is looking to make a splash in this booming market. In this brand-new premium report on Microsoft our analyst explains that while the opportunity is huge, the challenges are many. He's also providing regular updates as key events occur, so make sure to claim a copy of this report now by clicking here.