This week, Microsoft announced that they will be buying LinkedIn for $26.2 billion. With the deal expecting to be completed later this calendar year, melding these two businesses could be a smart move on both sides to revitalize a quickly changing digital sphere by integrating LinkedIn into existing Microsoft software. Tools like Microsoft Excel and Office could be combined with LinkedIn’s Lynda.com or articles to create a more cohesive experience. Read more about Microsoft’s announcement by clicking here.