Micro Focus Grabs HPE Software Unit in $8.8 Billion Deal

The transcript discusses Micro Focus's acquisition strategy, highlighting its recent $8.8 billion deal, which is part of a pattern of acquiring companies to manage growth. It also covers Micro Focus's past acquisitions, including Serena Software and Attachmate, and its strategy to turn around underperforming assets. The transcript contrasts this with HP's strategy of becoming nimbler by divesting assets and focusing on new technology, as opposed to Dell's approach of expanding through acquisitions.

In what ways does the text suggest that Micro Focus aims to transform the companies it acquires?

What contrasting strategies are highlighted between HP and Dell in the text?