What is France's plan to replace Windows with Linux?

DINUM leads interministerial shift; ministries submit non-EU reduction plans by autumn 2026, starting with desktops to Linux distros.

Will this affect private companies in France?

Indirectly—public tenders prioritize sovereign tools, pushing coalitions with firms like Atos for compliant stacks.

What Linux distro will French government use?

Not specified yet; likely Ubuntu LTS or Debian, with Open Interop standards ensuring compatibility.

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France's Government Goes All-In on Linux, Ditching Windows Desktops by 2026

Picture this: French bureaucrats firing up Linux desktops instead of Windows by 2026. It's not hype—DINUM's laying out the roadmap now, with ministries forced to cut non-EU software.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 4 min read

French flag overlay on Linux penguin desktop with government building in background

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France mandates Linux desktops and non-EU software cuts across all ministries by 2026, coordinated by DINUM. 𝕏
Proven pilots like CNAM's 80k-user migration to Tchap/Visio pave the way, with interop standards key to success. 𝕏
Saves billions long-term but echoes Munich's past pitfalls—France's coalition approach could make it stick. 𝕏

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