# Dutch Tax Office Ditches Microsoft Cloud for Open Source!

URL: https://technosports.co.in/dutch-tax-office-ditches-microsoft-cloud-for-open-source/  
Published: 2026-10-07  
Updated: 2026-10-07  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Big tech shake-up in the Netherlands! The Dutch tax office is ditching Microsoft 365, opting for self-controlled servers and open-source software. This bold move aims to regain control over sensitive public data and slash €45 million in annual licensing fees.

- On-premise servers with AMD processors
- LibreOffice replaces Microsoft Office
- Target completion: December 2028

A major win for data sovereignty!