Google’s answer to internal security: Drop Windows, use Mac or Linux instead

“In an effort to increase internal security, Google is reportedly in the midst of an effort that would make many IT professionals envious: It’s effectively banning Windows. Instead, the company is directing employees to use Macs or Linux PCs, according to the Financial Times.

Google employees tell the Times that the company started promoting the idea of moving away from the Microsoft operating system in January, following the recent attacks on its Chinese operations. Since then, many workers have migrated from Windows, and new employees are being given the choice of Mac or Linux computers. ‘Getting a new Windows machine now requires CIO approval,’ said one employee.”

(Source: Google’s answer to internal security: Drop Windows, use Mac or Linux instead | VentureBeat.)