Linux vs Windows
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global server operating system market volume was 26,389 thousand in 2024 and is projected to grow from 29,539 thousand in 2025 to 66,853 thousand by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 12.4% during the forecast period.
The server operating system market share is dominated by Linux, which leads with a 63.1% market share globally. Windows follows with 27.39%, while macOS holds 5.29%. Other operating systems account for 6.86% of the market share. In the top 500 most powerful supercomputers, Linux has had 100% market share since 2017. For web servers, Linux is the most common distribution, with Ubuntu and Debian being the most widely used. ChromeOS is also gaining traction, especially in the US market. The server operating system market is expected to grow significantly, driven by the demand for cloud infrastructure and hybrid cloud solutions.
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