The Microsoft Dilemma, Europe's fatal dependence on Microsoft

The Microsoft Dilemma, Europe's fatal dependence on Microsoft

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In Europe the information technology of every state administration and its institutions – military, police, fiscal authorities etc. – is based on Microsoft programs. This exposes us to a high technical and political security risk. Is our digital sovereignty at stake?

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