[skeeba]

Apart from the secure nature of the open source software, many organizations also make the switch to cut operating costs. Just last month, we reported that the Indian state of Kerala is saving about $430 million by using a Linux-based operating system in its schools.

In a related development, The European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) is all set to ditch Microsoft software and adopt the open source alternatives. This shift has been planned in the wake of the tenfold increase in Microsoft’s licensing costs. Earlier, CERN enjoyed discounted academic institution pricing, which expired in March.

CERN has also published a blog post on its website that describes the organization’s plan to adopt open source software more widely and get things “back in control.” Notably, CERN has been working on a project called The Microsoft Alternatives project (MAlt) for over a year to look for the perfect alternatives.

Link: https://fossbytes.com/cern-open-source-s...es-prices/

[Drako]

In my opinion, this is great. A lot of businesses and schools should switch over to Linux operating systems. They cost less, and they're a lot better than Windows. Although in the long run this will hurt Microsoft, a ton.

[mothered]

Given the magnitude of Microsoft, It will not face any significant financial loss.

I didn't expect a 430$ million savings, though.