French Government Transitions from Windows to Linux in Move Toward Digital Sovereignty
The French government has announced plans to transition its workstations from Microsoft Windows to the open-source Linux operating system. This decision is part of a broader European movement towards digital sovereignty, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign technology, particularly from American and Chinese companies. The shift to Linux follows France's earlier decision to replace Zoom and Teams with the French-made Visio for videoconferencing. The move is seen as a step towards enhancing Europe's technological independence and security.