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Businesses have more options for operating systems than ever before. Microsoft holds a virtual monopoly in the industry, but many savvy business owners use lesser known, yet more functional operating system software like Red Hat. Both computer operating systems have advantages. Microsoft has the principal advantage...

Brands like Red Hat have a higher learning curve. Red Hat is a cost-effective solution with expansion opportunities. It is also less exploited by the hacker community, since it is less known. Companies can protect their proprietary information much easier with Red Hat. The open source applications of this operating system also let business owners upgrade their systems for free.

We have the latest offerings from both of these brands. No matter which brand you choose, your operating systems will provide your company with new opportunities to connect to the business community with the latest communication tools.