Microsoft Denies Chile Free Software


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Some people don't realize that paid software offers support, provides better stability, is easier to use, decreases work load, and doesn't require as much training.

No. It actually saves tons of money. Believe it or not, the time it takes to fight with free software limitations, bugs and problems as well as the learning curve and ongoing maintenance cost (especially if the developers drop dead) is no where near free or rational to adopt.

http://news.softpedia.com/news/Munich-Considers-Dumping-Linux-Because-Users-Miss-Windows-Apps-455424.shtml

productivity was dramatically affected after moving from Windows to Linux and professional personnel had to be hired in order to take care of computers running the open-source operating system.

Saved them a lot of headache and ultimately time and money by getting them to stay away from GNU/Linux junk. (Y)

 

As Munich found out, and has been well known for a long time, FREE software costs more to install and maintain than does BUYING Windows/Office.

 

Why can't people look at the TOTAL cost of ownership, rahter than the headline cost. A little bit of due dilligence up front would save them a fortune in the long term. Don't know how these "open software" advocates get away with their lies.

 

*ahem* excuse me, please do read the facts: http://www.techrepublic.com/article/no-munich-isnt-about-to-ditch-free-software-and-move-back-to-windows/

 

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