Finding a few great companies to hold onto for many years can seem overwhelming, but the good news is that there are plenty to choose from. I tend to gravitate toward the tech sector for investment ideas, and even in this sometimes tumultuous sector there are standout companies that have already proved their mettle.

Two that could be great stocks to hold until you retire are Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT). Both of these tech giants have established businesses and impressive market share, and both are continuing to release products and services that are likely to be in demand for years to come. Let's take a closer look at each one.

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