Linux: Not for Everyone

The buzz associated with Linux is growing louder by the day, with most major software vendors embracing the open-source concept. Still, while Linux vendors sing the praises of their products for across-the-board enterprise I.T. operations, a wholesale switch from Windows to Linux may not be the best move for most businesses. "If you are taking about basic infrastructure, such as file and print services, network routing or security, those are encapsulated operations that can move from one platform to another," IDC analyst Dan Kusnetzky told NewsFactor.

However, the transition to Linux from tried-and-true Windows or Unix must provide clear benefits to the organization, Kusnetzky says, and not just a 5 percent reduction in cost. Businesses also must consider the expense of new hardware and software, as well training the staff to use a new operating system.

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