I made this post because I am really curious if Linux is used in offices and educational centres like schools.

While we all know Windows is the mac-daddy in the business space, are there any businesses you know or workplaces that actually Linux as a business replacement for Windows?

I.e. Mint or Ubuntu, I am not strictly talking about the server side of things.

  • library_napper@monyet.cc
    32·
    11 months ago

    I tell customers to use Libre Office. I tell them its free, cross platform, give them a link to download it, and ask if they have any further questions.

    If they said IT issues, I’d ask to talk with their IT department. Its not difficult to get IT to install trusted, open-source software.

    • TCB13@lemmy.worldEnglish
      57·
      11 months ago

      You’re delusional or only deal with very low stakes because frankly if your costumer is a 1000+ employee company on industries like banking and whatnot you’ll just lose the customer right there.

      • library_napper@monyet.cc
        22·
        11 months ago

        I have worked for companies with thousands of employees, yes. It helps to be right about the cost, security, and usability benefits of using FOSS and be able to stand your ground and argue valid points.

        But I do prefer companies with less than 100 people.