Open Source Software for 500K UK civil servants

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Chris writes “PublicTechnology.net reports: Following a deal between Sun Microsystems and the Office of Government Commerce, it may be a possibility that Open Source Software could be used on desktop computers for the entire UK Civil Service – for all 500,000 Civil Servants. Initially being trialled, Sun’s software could become widespread if it proves a more cost-effective alternative to proprietary software solutions from Microsoft…”

Link: publictechnology.net

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  • Government