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The pros and cons of Windows and Linux in enterprise IT

Written by vnunet staff

Microsoft or Open Source?

Both Linux and Windows servers have their advantages and disadvantages, but for many businesses, choosing between the two amounts to a leap of faith - a choice between differing development ideologies.

Computing, IT Week, vnunet.com and Microsoft have therefore allied to foster a more practical debate about the pros and cons of Linux and Windows in enterprises.

The following articles offer a balanced approach to the vexing problem of selecting the right software platform for a company's particular needs.

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