Denmark’s Ministry of Digital Authorities is phasing out its use of Microsoft Workplace… to change to open supply options like LibreOffice as an alternative.
Why? As a result of relying too closely on a US tech big in your nation’s digital infrastructure is beginning to really feel a bit… nicely, dangerous.
Denmark’s relationship with the US is beneath pressure, following Donald Trump’s clearly acknowledged ambition to grab management of Greenland, and up to date reviews of elevated spying by the States on Greenland and Denmark.
You may’t blame Denmark for caring. Its authorities’s delicate knowledge is nestled deep inside a proprietary cloud on one other nation. One that’s being lower than pleasant to you. It appears truthful for Denmark to ask – is that this smart?
Finally it’s a query of value, belief, nationwide safety, and digital resilience.
I might be shocked if extra international locations weren’t contemplating the same transfer.
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