Linux vs Windows - Conquering a Windows Based World

Brazil has already deployed 50,000 Linux desktops with an additional estimated deployment of about 10,000 a month. Sounds like it pretty widespread movement throughout the government as quoted from the article.

“The program is supported by a number of Brazilian organizations, including the Ministry of Cities, Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of the Development of the Industry and Commerce, Ministry of Communications, Ministry of Education, and many others, according to Enabled People. “

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