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The Open-Source software market is gradually gaining momentum in India. India as a market is the biggest contributor and user of this technology. It has witnessed remarkable growth and adoption in the market, as presently it is more matured and flexible. Open source is critical for the success of Digital India programme, especially for e-governance projects and electronic delivery of services to citizens. The Government of India is encouraging the nation to embrace Open Source which was supported by the government’s policy on Open Source.
Key Takeaways: Microsoft now says that 60 per cent of the software it sells from its Azure marketplace for developers is interestingly Linux-based, and this has influenced the CIOs to embrace the technology to drive digital innovation to support various business processes with a new angle. It is a preferred technology by SMBs which created positive impact on their businesses. As most of the businesses are undergoing digital transformation, it makes imperative to include Linux into virtual appliances and varied web servers.
Key Vendors: Red Hat, Suse, Micro Focus and others including Ubuntu, Mongo DB, Black duck, Redfish, Symbian.
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