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UK Schools Told to Dump Microsoft

Posted by timothy on from the reasonable-course-of-action dept.

kubla2000 writes "The current issue of the Times Educational Supplement is running an article in which they cite a report by the British Educational Communications and Technology Association telling primary and secondary schools in the UK to dump Microsoft Operating systems and products in order to save millions. In a report to be published next week, obtained by The TES, Becta will highlight schools which have turned to free software instead of the market leader's products. Becta does not name Microsoft in its analysis. But almost all schools use some of the company's products. Their conclusion? Schools running OSS are saving 24% on average per pc versus those running proprietary systems."

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  1. Another Dupe by Maddog+Batty · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Another Dupe from a few days back.

    Same article and all...

    When will slashdot editors use the search button?

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  2. Good to see that someone can save... by demon_2k · · Score: 0, Redundant

    People argue about what is cheaper.
    GNU people say that Linux is.
    While, pro Microsoft study demonstrates otherwise.

    I'm neither, while i don't like Microsoft. I do think it has it's place and it is beneficial to some in some situations. Just like Linux is.

    There is no clear answer here, figureout what it is that you need first. Then compare prices.

  3. Re:Does it all come down to money by Inda · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Do kids these days even know multiplication tables without reaching for their cell phone's calculator app?

    Computer says no.

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