According to the Daum website from South Korea, from the beginning of the year 2020, all computers used by central, local government and public institutions to replaced use Linux operating systems (Open OS). The new ruling was found after Microsoft gave up support for Windows 7 and urged users to upgrade to Windows 10.
The Linux operating system, which will be installed on South Korean government computers, is developed by local developers themselves, including UI Cloud OS, Harmonica OS and TMAX OS. Aside from the fact that Windows 7 is retired, there are some other issues that make up the decision to switch to Linux, and that's because every five years, Microsoft's operating system will be disconnected No longer supported and require all users to upgrade to a new version. That is why it is difficult to transfer large volumes of state data, as well as large companies, with the fear of losing them while updating. The same source also revealed that plans to upgrade to Linux will begin later this year, with the expectation of replacing Windows completely by 2026.
In addition, South Korea's Ministry has also forecasted a 72% cost savings with setting up Internet Servers on its own and no Windows subscription license required More. Which readers are using or have tried Linux before? Can you share your experience with other readers?