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{{Short description|Computer operating system based upon Ubuntu}}
{{Infobox operating system
| name = Maya OS
| developer = [[DRDO]], [[C-DAC]], [[NIC]]
| programmed in = [[Ubuntu]] [[Linux]]
| family = [[Linux]]
| working state = Current
| source model = [[Open source]]
| RTM date = {{start date and age|2021|df=yes}}
| GA date = 15 August 2023
| influenced by = [[Windows]]
}}

'''Maya OS''' is an operating system developed by the Indian [[Defence Research and Development Organisation]] in 2021 to be implemented after 15 August 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-09 |title=Explained {{!}} Maya OS that will replace Windows on Defence Ministry computers |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/explained--maya-os-that-will-replace-windows-on-defence-ministry-computers-17477221.htm |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=cnbctv18.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-10 |title=What is Maya OS, the new operating system that India’s defence ministry is migrating to? |url=https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/maya-os-new-operating-system-india-defence-ministry-windows-cyber-security-12981032.html/amp |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=Firstpost |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-09 |title=Explained {{!}} Maya OS that will replace Windows on Defence Ministry computers |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/explained--maya-os-that-will-replace-windows-on-defence-ministry-computers-17477221.htm |access-date=2023-08-23 |website=cnbctv18.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-12 |title=What is Maya OS, the indigenous Windows replacement for India’s defense systems? |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/maya-os-windows-replacement-defence-ministry-computers-8885509/ |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Explained: Maya OS that will replace Windows on Indian Defence Ministry computers - World News |url=https://www.wionews.com/videos/explained-maya-os-that-will-replace-windows-on-indian-defence-ministry-computers-624407/amp?amp_gsa=1&amp_js_v=a9&usqp=mq331AQIUAKwASCAAgM=#amp_tf=From%20%251$s&aoh=16918947874959&referrer=https://www.google.com&ampshare=https://www.wionews.com/videos/explained-maya-os-that-will-replace-windows-on-indian-defence-ministry-computers-624407 |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=www-wionews-com.cdn.ampproject.org}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Independence Day 2023 Special: Maya OS, Windows Alternative Which Will Run On Defence Systems From Aug 15 |url=https://english.jagran.com/technology/independence-day-2023-special-maya-os-microsoft-windows-alternative-which-will-run-on-defence-systems-from-august-15-jagran-explainer-10093387 |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=English Jagran |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Pradeep |date=2023-08-10 |title=India’s Defence Ministry to ditch Windows for homegrown Ubuntu-based Maya OS - MSPoweruser |url=https://mspoweruser.com/india-defence-ministry-ditch-windows/ |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=mspoweruser.com |language=en-US}}</ref> It is powered by an end point detection and protection system called "Chakravyuh" to act as barrier against online threats by foreign nations.

This strategic shift aims to protect sensitive defence system and data from cyber attack while promoting indigenous innovation by [[Indian Computer Emergency Response Team]] and reducing dependence on foreign software.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Natani |first=Sharad |date=2023-08-09 |title=Unveiling Maya OS: India’s Bold Leap to Secure Cyber Sovereignty – All You Need To Know |url=https://www.the420.in/india-defence-ministry-maya-os-cybersecurity/ |access-date=2023-08-13 |website=The420CyberNews |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2023-08-08 |title=India Defence Ministry to replace Microsoft OS with Maya |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/defence-ministry-to-replace-microsoft-os-with-maya/article67172875.ece |access-date=2023-08-13 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>

== Name ==
Maya OS has been named after the [[Sanskrit]] word ''Maya'' (माया) which means "illusion". The name suggests that Maya OS can create deceptive layer of protection for Defence ministry's computers, hiding them from [[cyberattack]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-10 |title=What is Maya OS, the indigenous Windows replacement for India’s defense systems? |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/maya-os-windows-replacement-defence-ministry-computers-8885509/ |access-date=2023-08-23 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>

== Development ==
The development of Maya OS began in 2021 when India faced several cyberattacks from foreign actors that targetted it's critical infrastructure and defence systems.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-08-09 |title=Explained {{!}} Maya OS that will replace Windows on Defence Ministry computers |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/technology/explained--maya-os-that-will-replace-windows-on-defence-ministry-computers-17477221.htm |access-date=2023-08-23 |website=cnbctv18.com |language=en}}</ref>

==Reference==
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