Microsoft Corporation acquired Calista Technologies, a transaction announced in January 2008, structured as Wholly owned subsidiary.
Calista Technologies operates in Server and Tools Business, is based in San Jose, California, United States. Calista Technologies developed graphics-virtualization technology that delivered high-fidelity 3-D and multimedia experiences to virtualized desktops and applications. Microsoft acquired it to improve the end-user experience of its presentation- and desktop-virtualization products, letting remote workers get a full Windows desktop without high-end hardware.
Improve multimedia and 3-D fidelity in Microsoft's desktop- and presentation-virtualization products for remote workers.
The addition of Calista's technology to future Microsoft presentation and desktop virtualization products will enable remote workers to receive a full-fidelity Windows desktop experience without the need for high-end desktop hardware.Microsoft (company statement)
Advisory firms were not disclosed for this transaction.