Denmark Wants to Dump Microsoft Software for Linux, LibreOffice
a year ago
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- Denmark's Ministry for Digital Affairs is transitioning from Microsoft software to Linux and LibreOffice.
- The transition will start with half of the ministry's employees next month, aiming for full adoption by autumn.
- The move aims to save costs and reduce dependency on US software, prioritizing 'digital sovereignty.'
- The ministry may revert to Microsoft if the transition proves too complicated.
- The decision also avoids the cost of managing Windows 10, which loses support in October.
- Other Danish cities, Copenhagen and Aarhus, also plan to phase out Microsoft software, citing political reasons.
- Denmark's politicians advocate reducing reliance on US tech companies in favor of open-source alternatives.
- A German state office previously announced a similar transition for 30,000 employees.