French Ministry Switches From Windows To Linux
French ministries are transitioning away from Microsoft software to Linux-based operating systems for approximately 2.5 million government devices. This move aims to reduce reliance on proprietary software and address long-standing concerns regarding software quality and security. The transition represents a significant shift in large-scale public sector IT procurement.
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Mastodon
“French ministries are moving away from the notorious peddler of trash software, Microsoft. France has ditched Windows 11 for Linux on 2.5 million government devices.”
BNR Nieuwsradio
“Een Franse ministerie. Dat is een ministerie van digitale zaken. Die heeft ongeveer twee weken geleden besloten om volledig te switchen van Windows naar Linux. En heeft alle ministeries in Frankrijk bevolen gevraagd...”
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