World Govs Choose Linux For Security & More

pjones writes "Government Technology reports that "For reasons of national security and national pride, government officials in countries like China, France and Germany are increasingly adopting the free, open-source computer operating system known as Linux." Noted in the article are China's Red Flag, NSA's Security-Enhanced Linux and much more."

Comments

China's "Red Flag"? *chuckle*

[Artifice_Eternity]

I love that they named their version of Linux that...

Other possibilities:

• Russia: Red Square (or Fur Hat)
• France: Red Beret
• Afghanistan: Red Turban

OK, that's enough cheap humor based on national stereotypes for today. :)

Re:China's "Red Flag"? *chuckle*

[clark625]

I'm not so sure that the intent was for a national stereotype. I really think that they were taking inspiration from Judy Chicago's 1971 art piece known as "Red Flag". I personally wouldn't go looking there, though. It's not for everyone, that's for sure. Maybe it's best to forget I even mentioned it.