Schleswig-Holstein is leading the charge against digital dependencies by switching from Microsoft to open-source software. Dirk Schroedter, the digitalisation minister, announced the shift to ensure data control and sovereignty. 30,000 public servants will start with LibreOffice and Open-Xchange, with plans to move to Linux. This move aims to save millions and reduce reliance on US tech giants. #DigitalIndependence #OpenSourceRevolution"

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'We're done with Teams': German state hits uninstall on Microsoft

At a time of growing concern over the power of the world's mighty tech companies, one German state is turning its back on US giant Microsoft.

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