Microsoft to bring new TV shows to MSN

Microsoft is increasing its presence in the online video market, with an announcement this week that it has signed a deal with a production company for new web-only shows on MSN.

By the end of the year, Microsoft will debut two new shows: Driving School and This is the Life. The two series are connected with Volvo and Chivas Brothers whisky, the pair of sponsors that will pay for related advertising on MSN.