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Apache OpenOffice

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What is Apache OpenOffice?

Apache OpenOffice is a free open source office suite that includes six applications: Writer (word processor), Calc (spreadsheets), Impress (presentations), Draw (diagramming and graphics), Base (database), and Math (formulas).

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OpenOffice has gained popularity among various professionals and organizations for its versatility and cost-effectiveness. One of its key …
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Free MS Office replacement

10 out of 10
June 27, 2023
I use OpenOffice instead of MS Office. I contains everything I need from MS Office and the price is right - FREE.
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Εμφανίστε ένα οποιοδήποτε θέμα στη βοήθεια του OpenOffice.org. Φροντίστε η Βοήθεια να...

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Από τις ανοιχτές εφαρμογές του OpenOffice κλείστε μόνο το Writer

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Από τις ανοιχτές εφαρμογές του Open Office κλείστε μόνο το OpenOffice.org Impess

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Ανοίξτε το OpenOffice.org Writer

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Ανοίξτε την εφαρμογή OpenOffice.org Writer

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Ανοίξτε την εφαρμογή OpenOffice.org Base. (Εάν εμφανιστεί ο πιλότος αφήστε το ως έχει)

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What is Apache OpenOffice?

Apache OpenOffice is a free open source office suite that includes six applications: Writer (word processor), Calc (spreadsheets), Impress (presentations), Draw (diagramming and graphics), Base (database), and Math (formulas).

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When you need to write a document, crunch numbers on a spreadsheet, or work up a presentation - office suite software is your solution. Apache OpenOffice offers free word processing, spreadsheet, or any other office needs and here we compare it to Microsoft Office 365 and it's Word, Excel, and more.
Apache OpenOffice is a free open source office suite that includes six applications: Writer (word processor), Calc (spreadsheets), Impress (presentations), Draw (diagramming and graphics), Base (database), and Math (formulas).

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OpenOffice has gained popularity among various professionals and organizations for its versatility and cost-effectiveness. One of its key use cases is in consulting firms, where it allows professionals to open and work on different file types received from clients. This not only helps maintain a professional image but also eliminates the need to request alternative file formats. According to users, OpenOffice provides unique capabilities, such as direct editing of .dbx files in Calc, which keeps consulting firms ahead of the curve.

Another use case for OpenOffice is as a potential replacement for Microsoft Office in organizations aiming to reduce costs while still meeting their current needs. By evaluating OpenOffice as an alternative, these organizations can significantly cut down on subscription expenses without compromising the functionalities provided by Microsoft Office.

OpenOffice is also being embraced by individual users across various industries. For example, secretarial staff in offices have been convinced to use OpenOffice for general writing and calculating activities. Likewise, web developers and account managers find it valuable for creating and editing documents and presentations for customers. It offers a lightweight and smooth alternative to the resource-heavy Microsoft Office suite.

Furthermore, OpenOffice finds utility in niche professions. A professional freelance photographer relies on OpenOffice for all word processing tasks related to their business, such as creating invoices, receipts, and quotes. Users appreciate how this cost-effective solution does not compromise functionality.

Academic institutions are also recognizing the benefits of OpenOffice as an alternative to Microsoft Office 365. Apache OpenOffice is recommended as the default office suite software in a technical institute, allowing them to reduce subscription costs to zero while providing all the necessary features comparable to Microsoft Office.

Overall, OpenOffice proves useful across diverse fields and contexts. Its appeal lies not only in its affordability but also in its ability to address specific needs, provide unique capabilities, and offer a seamless user experience.

Users highly recommend OpenOffice as an affordable and compatible alternative to Microsoft Office. They specifically highlight its compatibility with different operating systems, making it a versatile choice. Users suggest trying OpenOffice before investing in a more expensive brand, as they find it offers more functionality than the limited 'free' MS Word. OpenOffice is praised for its ability to meet basic office document software needs and create essential office documents for free. It is also recommended for smaller offices or those requiring flexibility and the ability to work with multiple file types. Overall, users find that OpenOffice has most of the capabilities expected from office suite applications, making it an excellent option for personal use.

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Aurangzaib Adil | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Moving to OpenOffice will save the organization the expense of Microsoft Office licenses in our organization.
  • You risk losing records since there isn't cloud saving. Follow general document reinforcement techniques to be protected.
  • OpenOffice has smoothed out representative venture association.
Pulkit Agrawal | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
  • Our yearly subscription costs were cut down to zero which is quite a big deal considering there are more than 500 systems.
  • We had to give some time to the employees so that they can get familiar with the software and use it as a daily driver.
  • We saved some internet bandwidth and storage space using OpenOffice.
January 18, 2019

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Cristian Bodnarasec | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Moving to OpenOffice will save the company the cost of 500+ of Microsoft Office licenses in our company.
  • Because it is cross-platform, we could also save 500+ of Microsoft Windows licenses if we move everyone to Linux.
  • On the negative side, the lack of online collaboration and browser support may be an issue when you use clouds like Box, Workboard etc.
December 17, 2018

Review: Apache OpenOffice

Chris Hecox | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • OpenOffice is free, which means you are going to save money using it.
  • You run the risk of losing files since there is not cloud saving. Follow general file backup procedures to be safe.
  • OpenOffice can write to .doc files, so once you've finished working on something, you can send the file to Microsoft Word users without any issues. This means you don't need to worry about others using separate software. You can use this and be fine.
Nathan Bowman | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Well, because it's free, it's by far one of the top performing pieces of software we use in terms of ROI. We save thousands by not having to get so many licenses for other software suites.
  • I don't know that there's much more I can add - it's completely free, and the competition charges scads more money - if you're talking about ROI, you can't get much better than dividing by zero!
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • The initial cost in terms of price and time value of setup was negligible: immediate benefits.
  • High compatibility means less troubleshooting and conversion is required, saving time.
  • Weak macro support means that occasionally you will be required to use another suite.
Liz Wade | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • OpenOffice allows me to complete all the basic needs of the administration side of my small business.
  • Any document that I have ever needed to create, whether that is an invoice, a quote, a receipt, or even a resume, I can create easily in OpenOffice.
  • Without software like OpenOffice, I would not be able to operate my small business in a professional manner.
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • In my personal use, Apache OpenOffice has been a very wise decision. It is completely free and a very stable product.
  • Our use of the OpenOffice API to handle document conversion process in a programmatic fashion was very successful as well.
January 31, 2018

Apache OpenOffice

Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • OpenOffice is an open source product. So, ROI is immediate.
  • It works across multiple platforms such as Windows, Mac, and Linux. So, the user can have the Open Office experience accross most all of their devices.
  • Some people do just like Microsoft Office and will not adopt anything different.
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