surf works

The tag 'surf works' covers discussions about SURF's Nextcloud-based collaboration environment, which is being piloted as an open-source alternative to Microsoft 365. The pilot, starting in July 2026 at a Dutch university, involves about 100 participants testing features like file sharing, office documents, and shared workspaces. The topic ties into broader European debates on digital sovereignty and reducing reliance on proprietary software. Content under this tag focuses on the practical and political implications of adopting SURF Works in academic settings, including comparisons with Microsoft 365 and the challenges of transitioning to open-source tools.