Amazon is a global e-commerce and cloud computing company founded in 1994 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company operates through three main segments: North America, International, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Amazon's retail platform offers millions of products across numerous categories through websites including amazon.com, amazon.ca, amazon.fr, amazon.de, and many others worldwide. The company manufactures electronic devices such as Kindle e-readers, Fire tablets, Fire TVs, and Echo smart speakers. Amazon provides services including AWS cloud computing, Kindle Direct Publishing for authors, marketplace platforms for third-party sellers, digital content streaming, and Amazon Prime membership program offering benefits like free shipping and media streaming. The company serves diverse customer segments including consumers, merchants, content creators, and enterprise clients across global markets.