Denmark Ditches Windows for Linux: A Move Towards Digital Sovereignty

2025-06-22
Denmark Ditches Windows for Linux: A Move Towards Digital Sovereignty

Denmark's Ministry of Digital Affairs is making a significant shift, moving away from Windows and Office 365 to embrace Linux and LibreOffice. This decision reflects a growing focus on digital sovereignty, aiming to reduce reliance on a few foreign tech giants. The transition, starting this summer, will affect roughly half of the ministry's systems. This high-profile move underscores a global trend towards greater technological independence and control over critical infrastructure.

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