Head of Microsoft's Windows unit steps down

There has been a shake-up of executive ranks at Microsoft, just weeks after it launched its latest operating system.

The head of its flagship Windows division and the driving force behind its Windows 8 operating system Steven Sinofsky is reportedly leaving the company with immediate effect.

The company as of now has not cited reasons for his departure.

Quoting a company statement, CRN.com reported that Julie Larson-Green will succeed him.

While she heads the hardware and software division, Tami Reller will continue as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Marketing Officer.