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Abiword is a word processor for Linux. It is completely free to use, and open source. But is it a viable alternative to using Microsoft Word? Read on to find out my experiences.

Abiword is an open-source, completely free and feature-filled alternative for Mac users who don't want to use Microsoft Word. Although it has a ton of features, Abiword for Mac also has some glaring deficiencies. Continue to read about my experiences.

Bean is the name of a new word processor for Mac. Bean doesn't aim at Microsoft Word's market share, but instead goes after users who want a little more than is offered by Apple's own TextEdit.

A checklist of common formatting mistakes in Microsoft Word and how to remedy them.

Mellel is a fantastic word processor for Mac users, which attempts to find a sweet spot between the bare-bones text editor Apple provides with the operating system, and other, more expensive, commercial alternatives.

I've used Google Docs, AjaxWrite, Zoho Writer, ThinkFree Online, and more... but Buzzword, by far, is the best of the bunch. It still isn't really ready for prime time (none of them are), but in my opinion, Buzzword is closest to what an online word processor should be.

Glide Write (still in beta), is part of an intriguing new online office setup, complete with word processor, image editor, web page designer, RSS reader and blog editor. In this article, I take a look at the word processing application.

Using some online word processors feels like you are submitting forms to edit. Buzzword, a new online entry from Virtual Ubiquity uses Flash to deliver a unique, clean, and simple user interface that can handle many word processing tasks.

Microsoft Office is a suite of productivity tools containing a good assortment of word processor, mail and other tools for the student, small business and even home user.

There are so many unique features that are not described in a book covering the topic; from the ability to save it as a PDF or that Microsoft Word is running as the back-end word processor when writing an email in Outlook

KWord, a component of the KDE Office project (or KOffice, for short), is a frame-based word processor and layout program. KWord has tons of features and is easy to use, but can it be used every day as a replacement for Microsoft Word?

OpenOffice is a project that attempts to recreate most of the popular features to Microsoft Office. OpenOffice Writer is the equivalent to Microsoft Word. But does it really get rid of the need for Microsoft's word processor?

Schreiben is a great little word processor from MOApp (My Own App), that takes the functionality of TextEdit, adds a few nice features, and wraps it all up in a slick new interface.

This paper explains how to design an academic paper that has the aesthetic quality of a LaTeX-produced paper, but does not require that you use LaTeX. All you need is Microsoft Word.

Now that you have gone over a few of the programs already installed into you computer, let us look at the Word Processing.

CryptoEdit is a word processor for those people who want to keep their documents away from prying eyes. It automatically encrypts each document using Blowfish technology, and has a few other nice features. But is it a good word processor for everyday use?

When using Microsoft Word for writing articles and other business documents, do you know how to track any edited changes that were made to any of your documents?

Learn how to construct and compose e-mail messages using Microsoft Outlook with the power of Microsoft Word, and more!

Coventi Pages is one of a growing number of online word processors, designed to be used inside a web browser. While very similar to other offerings, such as Google Docs & Spreadsheet, it is still, in my mind, worth a look.

A comparison of several different word processors and text editors, including older and newer software.

The AlphaSmart 2000 is a simple laptop replacement for writers. This article provides a review of a used AlphaSmart 2000 and summarizes the features of current AlphaSmart models.

You want to put your own website online and would like to create it yourself. You know knowthing about html code. The solution may be to design the site yourself using Microsoft Word.

Writing Spanish Content: With more Spanish speaking users going online everyday content in Spanish is a commodity that can command a premium price. Here are some Microsoft Word tips for those bi-lingual writers looking to tap in to this growing market.

A simple beginner's approach to designing greeting cards using Microsoft Word and downloadable design templates as a starting point.

You have a large volume ot text that must be typed and retyped for different documents. You have a number of complicated tasks. It sure would be easy to create a shortcut for the tasks. You can, by using macros in Microsoft Word.

This article teaches the reader how to use Microsoft Word and other applications to make accent marks, the cent symbol, and more.

How To Setup a Personal Budget

Googalyzer is a lot of tools, all wrapped up into one, designed to make doing research on the Internet really easy.

Will a free, web-based word processor replace Word on your computer?

There was a time when Microsoft Office Word's most recent incarnation was held as the Gold Standard of word-processing programs by most casual- and many professional-computer users. No more.

Tips on buying a word processor system.

Explains what word prediction software is and how it helps students with special needs.

The Neo word processor from AlphaSmart is a great device for writing on the go. While not as powerful as your average laptop, it is lighter, cheaper, stays powered longer, extremely durable, and most importantly, allows you to write anywhere.

You'd like to set up an ebook, but you don't know how to do it. This is a perfect introductory article for you.

On January 30th 2007, Microsoft will launch the new version of their widely used word processing software: Word 2007.

Peepel Web Writer is a new player in the online word processor game. It's part of the Peepel Online Office, a slick new set of tools that may someday have Google looking over its shoulder.

Many people feel they are stuck using Microsoft products - Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Internet Explorer. In this article, I show that the Mac is a viable option, and go over programs which have many - if not all - of the features you may desire.

Is the Internet video trend a worthwhile way to share information and give power to the people? Or are we headed down a slippery slope of deadly sins?

Consistent users of Mac notebook computers are constantly in battle with those who swear by PC's. Much of the debate comes down to personal preference, but there are clear advantages and disadvantages to both Mac and PC notebook computers.

This tutorial is the quick and painless way to learning Microsoft Excel basics. You'll create a useful worksheet in just six short tasks.

Jedit X, a Japanese word processor (that's written in English), is a fantastic shareware text editor with a ton of word processing features for Mac. It isn't free, but the shareware fee is well worth it, in my opinion.

Google quietly upgraded the look and some key features to their online word processor and spreadsheet combo - Google Docs & Spreadsheets. I took a look at it and was excited about what I saw.

A review of Google's newest project, a web based interface word processor. It works well and will be used by many but I dont think it will replace Microsoft Office yet.

Tex-Edit Plus is an all-purpose text editor for Mac OSX. But it's also a better way of turning a word processing document into a web page that doesn't include all the garbage Microsoft Word usually includes. How does it work? Read on to find out.

Google Docs recent announced it was implementing initial support for offline use, so if you have Google Gears installed, you can work on a Google Doc word processing document from anywhere!

Avenir is writing software (more than a text editor, less than a full-fledged word processor), that attempts to allow a fiction writer, writing a long project, to not only write, but keep track of research and ideas, all in one place.

Desktop publishing software (DTP) allows you to go beyond the capabilities of a word processor, and turn out really nice looking printouts.

MIT has developed a 100 dollar laptop, for use with the non-profit association One Laptop per Child. The laptop will offer wireless connectivity, word processing, and email, and will be distributed much like a school text-book in under developed nations.

ThinkFree Office Online brings platform-independent office-quality application to the Internet. Available applications are word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

This article breaks down the price points of the new Apple Intel-based products and discusses the appropriate uses of each one.

Bored with your internet experience? Then heed some of my recommendations for turning the Internet back into a profitable and productive place.

Compared to free demos that only gives you a small taste in an attempt to sell the product, these free full version software are the best picks solely due to the fact that there is no commercial end to the trial period.

Apple released a new version of iWork on August 7. iWork is Apple office application suite, comprised of Pages for word processing and page layout, Keynote for presentations, and a new application - Numbers - for spreadsheets. In this overview I take a look at Pages.

Over the last few years, Google has gone from a small company with a search engine, to a large company with applications from word processing to chat clients to web page designers. Can Google take on Microsoft's near-monopoly? Only time will tell.

OpenOffice is an unbelievable bargain. This is a robust and full featured office productivity suite that offers word-processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database modules. And best of all, this comes completely free.

CopyWrite is another word processor aimed directly at writers of long form fiction. CopyWrite not only enables the writer to keep track of his/her ideas, but also revisions, character traits, notes, and more.

Deemed a "writing enrichment" program, WhiteSmoke is designed to turn most any document, e-mail or prose into a grammatically correct work that is both more professional and interesting to read. But, does it work?

If you are looking for a hardworking and reasonably priced laptop, take a look at the new Dell laptop computers. With sleek designs and new Intel processors such as the Centrino Duo and Pentium Extreme, there is a computer for everyone.

Your friend offers to build a computer for you, in which you can pay over time to build the perfect system. Should you buy the custom built computer or one from a manufacturer? Here are some things to consider when making the decision.

What is RAM?
RAM (ram) stands for random access memory. RAM is the computer's workplace for holding programs and the results of programs.

Nothing in Microsoft Word can compare to the sheer usability of Corel WordPerfect's "Reveal Codes" command.

Pros
Ease of Use, Price, Features - What's Not to Love?

Cons
I didn't find it sooner

The Bottom Line
If you write for business or pleasure, try their free demo.

For many years, I have used Microsoft Office applications. I am definitely not a fan of it in any way. Most large and small companies however, require the use of this product because it is universal.

Building an opt-in list is one of the most important parts for the success of an internet marketing business. Learn how to build a large responsive list with this three part series.

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This is the second part of a 2 part article on how to clean your refrigerator. This Part specifically focuses on cleaning refrigerator coils.

While food storage may not be on the top of everyone's mind, it is important to know how to properly store your food and leftovers. It can make the difference between being healthy and being more sick than you ever want to think about.