Open Source Your OS

David Whelan, a lawyer and librarian in Canada, has posted an article on Slaw.ca about some operating system choices outside of Microsoft. He mentions Mac, but spends more time describing some of the Linux options (Ubuntu or Linux Mint). He also questions some of the usual reasons for sticking with the Windows operating system, such as compatibility and the lack of legal-specific software for systems outside of Windows. Whelan mentions several open source software options for use with Linux that are great substitutes for the Microsoft Office suite.

This is a great, short read that may give you some ideas for switching up your office technology.

Open Source Your OS – Slaw