Microsoft Closes All Retail Stores Amidst Coronavirus Outbreak

As a measure to reduce the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Microsoft announced earlier today that it has temporarily closed all Microsoft Stores across the globe. The Redmond giant took to Twitter to share the news.

For the safety of our customers and employees, we are closing all global Microsoft Store locations, effective immediately. For help, please visit https://t.co/tzwDaQSY0k. pic.twitter.com/KjMr8TQh3y

Earlier this week, Microsoft had initiated social distancing policies at its stores along with reduced working hours to ensure the health of its customers and employees. In fact, Microsoft was one of the first major tech companies to provide work from home option to its employees.