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Lyon, France, joins European Exodus from Windows to Linux
A leading economic hub is replacing Windows and Microsoft Office with Linux and OnlyOffice.
Like the other European entities, Lyon's move is part of a broader strategy to achieve digital sovereignty and reduce dependence on Microsoft software. As the European Commission's 2025 State of the Digital Decade report suggested, Europe still "has not harnessed the full power of open source, which is essential for tech autonomy." Lyon expects direct cost savings by extending the lifespan of municipal hardware, reducing electronic waste, and the city's environmental footprint.
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