The following video is from Friday's Motley Fool Money roundtable discussion, with host Chris Hill, and analysts Ron Gross, James Early, and Charly Travers.

Shares of Microsoft (MSFT 0.37%) rose on Friday after the tech giant reported higher-than-expected third-quarter earnings. Microsoft has been maligned for missing the boat on smartphones and tablets. Is it time to buy the embattled tech giant? In this installment of Motley Fool Money, our analysts talk about the future of Microsoft.

It's been a frustrating path for Microsoft investors, who've watched the 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.

The relevant video segment can be found between 1:30 and 3:18.

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