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- 1Dutch government builds Microsoft alternative based on NixOS●Dutch governments builds alternative for Microsoft based on NixOS
The Dutch government is developing an alternative to Microsoft's software stack, built on NixOS, the reproducible Linux-based operating system. The project, associated with the DAWO community platform, aims to reduce dependence on proprietary vendors in public administration. The move fits a broader European push for digital sovereignty and open-source adoption in government IT.
- 2Netherlands push sovereign software after ICC prosecutor loses Microsoft access●Nachdem der IStGH-Chefankläger wegen US-Sanktionen den Zugriff auf Microsoft-Dienste verlor, machen die Niederlande Erns
After the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor lost access to Microsoft services under US sanctions, the Netherlands is moving forward with DAWO, a sovereign workplace for public authorities built on NixOS. The system uses open source code, replaces GitHub with Forgejo, and is designed to connect with openDesk. A pilot is underway in municipalities, with officials citing stability and digital independence from US providers.