even inside it's borders, you physically cannot ban Linux. what that actually means (and the nefarious bit) is that companies must use Microsoft or Apple for their OS, and won't be allowed to choose linux for free. because you can't control people's computer use, but you can companies. it's just a handout for silicon valley.

Colorado and New York will have this same law soon. Brazil already does.

They can if those entities are doing business in California.