Dhaka, May 13 -- Microsoft says it is laying off nearly 3% of its entire workforce.

The tech giant didn't disclose the total amount of lost jobs but it will amount to about 6,000 people.

Microsoft employed 228,000 full-time workers as of last June, the last time it reported its annual headcount. About 55% of those workers were in the US, reports AP.

Microsoft said the layoffs will be across all levels and geographies but will focus on reducing management levels. Notices went out on Tuesday.

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