How to Choose an Office Suite

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Determine the machine you are using (PC

   The following cost money but may offer commercial support to businesses:
   Microsoft OfficeApple iWorkStarOfficeSoftmakerMarinerPakWordPerfectAbilityCelframeGOBE Productive The following are free:
   OpenOffice.org LibreOfficeGNOME OfficeCalligra SuiteSIAG, Mac OS X supports Microsoft Office except Microsoft Access.
   
   WINE on Linux/BSD supports all Microsoft Office versions to varying degrees.
   
   Macros are unlikely to work without Crossover Office. , Expect a word processor and spreadsheet as standard.
   
   Suites can also contain presentation, database, e-mail client, note-taking and project management software. , Plug-ins to handle major standard formats are available for all major office suites.
   
   Except for iWork which does not support ODF. , Google Docs can even work offline with Google Gears. ,,
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   Step 2: SPARC) and ensure its system specifications meet the minimum expected by the office suite you want to run.

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   Step 3: How much have you got to spend on it?

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   Step 4: Is it cross-platform or compatible with your operating system (Windows

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   Step 5: Mac OS

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   Step 6: Consider the applications you will want.

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   Step 7: Consider file format compatibility for files you already have

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   Step 8: and files you may need to use (DOC

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   Step 9: Do you want to use a web-based office suite such as Google Docs

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    Step 10: ThinkFreeor Zoho?

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    Step 11: Read reviews and advocacy sites.

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    Step 12: Try a free trial of Microsoft Office(60 day limit) or Apple iWork (30 day limit) before you buy them.

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