The document discusses adapting Linux, specifically Ubuntu, for use on wide area networks (WANs). It outlines some key benefits of Linux like being open source, secure, and less hardware dependent compared to commonly used Windows operating systems. While Linux is capable and has advantages, Windows is more familiar and businesses have traditionally preferred spending more on something with less user problems. The document argues that Ubuntu could simplify business environments by providing common business software like email, web browsing, office suites, and custom applications, with free or low-cost alternatives to Windows programs. Ubuntu also provides added security features compared to Windows.