GNU/Linux Desktop Market Share is 4% -- Gartner

Courtesy Digg Linux/Unix upcoming  Mon, 08/11/2008 - 02:45

For years, backers of open-source software have hoped to push Microsoft out of its dominant position in desktops and laptops.

Windows-powered personal computers account for more than 90% of unit sales,. Linux 4%, Gartner says.


 

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