- Lyon confirmed its plans to eliminate taking on certain Microsoft software
- European and open source software are the preferred alternatives
- Other European cities make similar movements
The third city in France, Lyon, is the last European city to have abandoned Microsoft Office in favor of open source software alternatives.
This is a decision that is gaining ground across Europe, because countries seek to reduce their dependence on American software in the midst of ongoing geopolitical tensions, while simultaneously stimulating sovereignty.
At the same time, Ditching Microsoft will allow Lyon to extend the life of its equipment to reduce its environmental impact, open source software less likely to impose end -of -life dates such as the next depreciation of Windows 10 in October 2025.
Lyon moves away from Microsoft
In an online memo, the Lyon office explained that it was going to transform from Microsoft Software to Onlyoffice, developed by a group of Latvian developers, as well as Linux and PostgreSql.
As part of this decision, an open digital territory is also adopted as an alternative for videoconference and office automation.
It is believed that the Government of Lyon employs around 10,000 people, making it a colossal change that may require large amounts of recycling and raising. Munich had previously attempted a similar switch, but then reversed the movement due to problems of compatibility and dissatisfaction of users.
However, with EU-US tensions at a top of all time, the movement is gaining ground again.
The Schleswig-Holstein of Germany recently announced its intention to end contracts for Microsoft software, including teams, with neighboring Danish cities Copenhagen and Aarhus would also have explored the options.
Microsoft has enough customers in his command books so that he does not care to lose Lyon, with the move, marking a symbolic change. However, if more European cities are starting to turn their back on Microsoft, the American technology giant could start to see financial impacts.
Techradar Pro asked Microsoft reflections on the current European trend, but we have not received an immediate response.
