Non-US governments are increasingly adopting Linux over Windows to reduce reliance on American software.

Technology Geopolitics Digital SovereigntyAug 22, 2026score 0.372 posts · 0 replies across 2 instances

The thread discusses China and Europe moving away from Windows to Linux, citing concerns over digital sovereignty and distrust in American companies. It highlights a shift in software preferences among non-US governments.

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Parent: Digital SovereigntyEntity: Non-US GovernmentsImpact: positiveDate: Aug 22, 2026Target: Adoption of Linux by non-US governments as a response to distrust in American companies.

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#China joins #Europe in scrapping #Windows for #Linux

Why?

"China, like many other non-US governments, no longer trusts american companies with their software and services. This approach is all about #digital #sovereignty."

#Canada needs to do the same.

www.zdnet.com/article/chin...

China joins Europe in scrappin...

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#china#europe#windows#linux#digital#sovereignty

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China joins Europe in scrapping Windows for Linux

https://www.zdnet.com/article/china-drops-windows-for-linux/

#China #Europe #EU #Linux #opensource #FOSS #Windows #Windows11 #software #technology

3 boosts · 3 favs · 0 replies · Aug 22, 2026

#china#europe#eu#linux#opensource#foss