Desktop Alternatives to Windows
Linux and OS X - Destined to remain niche on the enterprise desktop.
- With Windows XP coming to end of life, it may be a good time to explore alternate desktop OSes.
- Moving to a non-Microsoft desktop OS is a big leap, and while Linux is open source, the TCO of an alternative OS is likely going to be higher.
- This solution set will help you determine if you are a candidate for an alternate desktop OS.
Our Advice
Hypothesis
- Linux and OS X on the enterprise desktop are, and will remain niche.
- Attempting to change from Windows is not for the faint of heart - it will be challenging.
- The TCO of an alternate desktop OS will often be higher than Windows due to administrative, management, and support burdens.
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