Why might a company choose Linux for its operating system instead of Microsoft Windows or Mac OS?

The company can create an operating system to fit its specific needs.
The company's employees can sync their mobile devices to their computers.
The company will not have to send its computers back to the manufacturer for repairs.
The company does not have to worry about all the possible hardware configurations.

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Why might a company choose Linux for its operating system instead of Microsoft Windows or Mac OS?

The company can create an operating system to fit its specific needs.
The company's employees can sync their mobile devices to their computers.
The company will not have to send its computers back to the manufacturer for repairs.
The company does not have to worry about all the possible hardware configurations.

Ultrilliam · Answer

The company can create an operating system to fit its specific needs. This is useful if you want a very bare-bones computer that can only do what they are meant to do, and nothing beyond. It can increase productivity. (But also potentially decrease morale)