Man, you know how some news kinda just get your attention for no apparent reason? This Denmark thing with Microsoft and Linux – it’s like, the first half of the story made it sound like they were ready to throw Windows out the window (pun totally intended). Guess what? Not really happening.
So, originally, Politiken was saying the Danish Ministry of Digital Affairs would dump Microsoft stuff altogether. But then they kinda backtracked, like, “Okay, no, not Windows. Just ditching Microsoft Office for LibreOffice.” It’s like deciding to change your socks but keeping the same shoes, right?
Caroline Stage Olsen, who’s some big shot in Denmark’s digital scene, put it out there that they’re not trying to give the cold shoulder to big tech. More like, they don’t wanna be too cozy with just a few tech giants. Makes sense. No one likes being tied down, especially when it’s something as huge as national digital infrastructure. It’s like having all your eggs in one basket – a pretty risky move if you ask me.
Oh, and speaking of eggs in baskets, Microsoft has this “Sovereign Cloud” thing now. I guess it’s a big deal because they’re making sure European data stays in Europe. Feels like they’re trying to say, “Hey, we’ve got your back with this whole data sovereignty gig.”
It’s kinda funny, though. Microsoft didn’t even give Denmark a shoutout during the announcement. Like, come on, guys. It’s all happening right after Denmark’s news broke. Coincidence? Maybe. Maybe not. Who knows anymore?
Anyway – uh, wait, where was I? Right, LibreOffice. It’s a smaller move than going full Linux, for sure. Some places have tried open-source before, but usually ’cause they’re trying to save cash. Denmark says this is more about freedom in the digital sandbox.
Feels like we’re watching a chess game between countries and tech giants. Who’ll make the next move? Let’s wait and see. 📸
