Denmark Ditches Microsoft, Embraces LibreOffice

Denmark's Minister for Digital Affairs, Caroline Olsen, announced that her department will phase out Microsoft software in favor of LibreOffice, starting with replacing half of the ministry's computers within the first month. This follows similar moves by Copenhagen and Aarhus, and reflects a growing European focus on digital sovereignty. While challenges like macros and customizations exist, many staff lack advanced usage skills. The shift highlights the rise of open-source office suites and cloud services like Collabora's CODE and Google Workspace, but also concerns about reliance on US tech giants, leading countries like France to explore independent alternatives.