The desktop operating system industry in China - Analysis Report

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Study Overview

To help industry professionals or investors gain a deeper understanding of the current state and prospects of the desktop operating system industry, Chinacuity and its partner in China have launched the "2025-2031 China Desktop Operating System Industry Market Operation Status and Future Prospects Analysis Report" (hereinafter referred to as the "Report"). The report provides a comprehensive review and in-depth analysis of the Chinese desktop operating system market and is a presentation of the years of continuous tracking, field visits, research, and analytical efforts conducted by Chinacuity and its partner in China.

To ensure the accuracy of desktop operating system industry data and the reference value of its content, the research team of Chinacuity and its partner in China conducted data collection through various channels, including annual reports of listed companies, manufacturer surveys, dealer interviews, and expert verifications. They then carried out multidimensional analysis of the data to offer an in-depth look at various sectors of the industry, enabling professionals to gain a comprehensive understanding of the development trends and cutting-edge innovations in the desktop operating system industry in 2023. This information helps empower those working in the industry to stay ahead in the transformation race.

Overview of the Desktop Operating System Industry

There are various types of operating systems, ranging from simple to complex, depending on the machine they are installed on. This includes desktop operating systems for mainframes, mobile operating systems for phones, and server operating systems for servers. Some operating systems have integrated graphical user interfaces, while others rely solely on command-line interfaces.

A desktop operating system is the foundational software layer installed on computer hardware, managing all hardware resources of the computer system. They are categorized into two types: closed-source and open-source. Closed-source desktop operating systems include Windows, macOS, and Chrome OS, while open-source systems are primarily represented by Linux.

The rise of large-scale transistor integration led to the birth of operating systems, and with the advent of integrated circuits, operating systems entered the personal computer era, transitioning business models from B2B to B2C. In the 1970s, with the development of integrated circuits, well-known operating systems like Linux and Windows emerged as the operating systems landscape evolved into the personal computing era.

Market Trends and Domestic Alternatives

As the digital age progresses, the demand for efficient, secure, and stable desktop operating systems has been increasing. China's desktop operating system market has shown steady growth. In 2014, the market size for China's desktop operating systems was CNY 17.79 billion (approximately USD 2.43 billion), and by 2022, it had grown to CNY 24.49 billion (approximately USD 3.35 billion).

Amid escalating technological tensions between the U.S. and China, the focus on domestic alternatives has intensified. Products like the Deepin OS represent domestic innovations that have undergone multiple rounds of technological upgrades, with continuous improvements in software ecosystems. Domestic operating systems, backed by national localization projects and emerging industries, are making their way into the market.

Current Market Landscape and Future Prospects

The Wintel alliance, comprising the Windows operating system and Intel CPUs, has long dominated the desktop market. Initially, Windows leveraged the Wintel alliance to achieve absolute dominance in the global desktop operating system market. However, Apple's independently developed Mac computers with their OS X system broke this monopoly, leading to a dual dominance between Windows and macOS. In 2023, they collectively held over 86.99% of the desktop system market share.

In the Chinese desktop operating system market, Windows and macOS continue to dominate, collectively accounting for 86.73% of the market share in 2023. Linux only held 1.87% of the market, reflecting a high degree of market concentration. Mainstream domestic operating systems are all based on secondary developments of the Linux kernel, with major players including Kylin, Tongxin, Puhua, China Standard Software, and Huawei Euler. The domestic operating system ecosystem has now coalesced into two core ecosystems, centered around Kylin and Tongxin. Kylin Software consistently holds the top spot in China's Linux market, with over 90% market share in government, defense, and administrative fields.

China's exploration in the field of operating systems has spanned over 30 years, and there are at least 15 types of "domestic operating systems" available on the market. However, only three companies—Kylin Software, Tongxin Software, and China Standard Software—have been able to persistently iterate versions over the long term. These three companies have now completed adaptations to mainstream CPUs and architectures and are gradually being applied in sectors such as information innovation, finance, telecommunications, and healthcare. In terms of desktop operating system products, Kylin and Tongxin lead the pack, while China Standard Software and Puhua are gradually gaining momentum.

As China's level of informatization continues to increase, the demand for personal computers is rising annually, creating a vast market space for desktop operating systems. In particular, key industries such as government, education, finance, and telecommunications show a strong demand for desktop operating systems. Additionally, with the accelerated pace of digital transformation, enterprises are increasingly demanding efficient, stable, and secure desktop operating systems.

The "2025-2031 China Desktop Operating System Industry Market Operation Status and Future Prospects Analysis Report" is an important outcome of Chinacuity and its partner in China's efforts. It exemplifies Chinacuity and its partner in China’s commitment to leading industry change and fulfilling their mission. It is also an indispensable tool for desktop operating system professionals to gauge the industry. Over the years, Chinacuity and its partner in China have established a comprehensive and multidimensional think tank system, providing services to government, enterprises, financial institutions, and other sectors, covering technology, consulting, education, ecosystems, and capital.

Chapter 1: Definition of the Desktop Operating System Industry and Explanation of Data Collection Standards

1.1 Definition of Desktop Operating Systems

1.1.1 The Role of Operating Systems in Computer Systems
1.1.2 The Role of Operating Systems in the Information and Innovation (ICT) Industry
1.1.3 Definition of Desktop Operating Systems
1.1.4 Clarification of Related Concepts in Desktop Operating Systems

1.2 Product Classification in the Desktop Operating System Industry

Chapter 2: PEST Analysis of the Chinese Desktop Operating System Industry

2.1 Policy Environment Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

2.2 Economic Environment Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

2.3 Social Environment Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

2.4 Technological Environment Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

Chapter 3: Global Desktop Operating System Industry Development Status and Trend Forecast

3.1 Development History of the Global Desktop Operating System Industry

3.2 Macroeconomic Environment Analysis of the Global (Excluding China) Desktop Operating System Industry

3.3 Development Status of the Global Desktop Operating System Industry

3.4 Global Desktop Operating System Market Competitive Landscape and Enterprise Case Studies

3.4.1 Competitive Landscape of the Global Desktop Operating System Market
3.4.2 Mergers and Acquisitions in the Global Desktop Operating System Industry
3.4.3 Case Studies of Leading Enterprises in the Global Desktop Operating System Industry

3.5 Global Desktop Operating System Development Trends and Market Outlook Forecast

3.5.1 Global Desktop Operating System Industry Development Trend Forecast
3.5.2 Global Desktop Operating System Industry Market Outlook Forecast

Chapter 4: Development Status and Market Size Estimation of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.1 Development History and Market Characteristics of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.1.1 Development History of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry
4.1.2 Market Characteristics of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.2 Types of Participants and Entry Methods in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.3 Number and Scale of Enterprises in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.4 Market Supply Conditions in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.5 Market Demand Conditions in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.6 Tendering and Bidding Conditions in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.7 Market Size Estimation of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.8 Operational Efficiency Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

4.9 Analysis of the Pain Points in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

Chapter 5: Market Competition and International Competitiveness Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

5.1 Porter’s Five Forces Model Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

5.1.1 Competition Among Existing Competitors in the Desktop Operating System Industry
5.1.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers in Key Elements of the Desktop Operating System Industry
5.1.3 Bargaining Power of Consumers in the Desktop Operating System Industry
5.1.4 Analysis of Potential Entrants in the Desktop Operating System Industry
5.1.5 Risk Analysis of Substitutes in the Desktop Operating System Industry
5.1.6 Summary of Competition in the Desktop Operating System Industry

5.2 Investment, Mergers, and Acquisitions in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

5.3 Market Competition Landscape Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

5.4 Market Concentration Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

5.5 Analysis of Domestic Substitution Layout in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

Chapter 6: Panorama Analysis of the Desktop Operating System Industry Chain in China

6.1 Structural Attributes of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry (Industry Chain)

6.1.1 Overview of the Industry Chain Structure in Desktop Operating Systems
6.1.2 Ecosystem Diagram of the Desktop Operating System Industry Chain

6.2 Value Attributes of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry (Value Chain)

6.2.1 Cost Structure Analysis of the Desktop Operating System Industry
6.2.2 Value Chain Analysis of the Desktop Operating System Industry

6.3 Development Status of China’s ICT Industry

6.4 Development Status of China’s Software Development Services Industry

6.5 Market Analysis of Sub-Segments and Applications of Desktop Operating Systems in China

6.5.1 Development and Operation of Microsoft Windows
6.5.2 Development and Operation of Apple macOS
6.5.3 Development and Operation of Google Chrome OS
6.5.4 Development and Operation of the Linux Operating System

6.6 Education and Training in the Desktop Operating System Industry and the Status of Human Resources

Chapter 7: Case Studies of Representative Enterprises in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

7.1 Comparison of the Development Layouts of Representative Enterprises in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

7.2 Case Studies of the Development Layouts of Representative Enterprises in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

7.2.1 Red Flag Software Technology Co., Ltd. (北京中科红旗软件技术有限公司)

7.2.2 Kylin Software Co., Ltd. (麒麟软件有限公司)

7.2.3 Ningsi Software Co., Ltd. (北京凝思软件股份有限公司)

7.2.4 Deepin Technology Co., Ltd. (武汉深之度科技有限公司)

7.2.5 UnionTech Software Technology Co., Ltd. (统信软件技术有限公司)

7.2.6 Hunan Kylin Information Security Technology Co., Ltd. (湖南麒麟信安科技股份有限公司)

7.2.7 Neusoft CoreBase Software Co., Ltd. (普华基础软件股份有限公司)

7.2.8 Founder Software Co., Ltd. (中科方德软件有限公司)

7.2.9 ZTE Corporation (中兴通讯股份有限公司)

Chapter 8: Market Outlook Forecast and Investment Strategy Recommendations for China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.1 SWOT Analysis of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.2 Evaluation of the Development Potential of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.3 Market Outlook Forecast for China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.4 Prediction of Development Trends in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.5 Analysis of the Investment Characteristics of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.5.1 Entry and Exit Barriers in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry
8.5.2 Investment Risk Warnings for China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.6 Evaluation of Investment Value in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.7 Analysis of Investment Opportunities in China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.8 Investment Strategies and Recommendations for China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

8.9 Sustainable Development Recommendations for China’s Desktop Operating System Industry

List of Figures and Tables

Figure 1: ICT Industry System
Figure 2: National-Level Policies Related to the Operating System Industry
Figure 3: Global Market Size of Desktop Operating Systems (2017-2023)
Figure 4: Global Market Share of Desktop Operating Systems (2009-2023)
Figure 5: Shipment Volume of Domestic Desktop Operating Systems in China (2018-2023)
Figure 6: Market Size of the Desktop Operating System Industry in China (2014-2023)
Figure 7: Domestic Market Share of China’s Desktop Operating System Industry (2018-2023)

For more figures and tables, please refer to the full report...

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