Why Apache OpenOffice: Other Reasons

Here are some other reasons to use Apache OpenOffice:

• You need to read and write Open Document Format (ODF) documents (.odt, .ods, *.odp)

• You are using Microsoft Windows XP or Vista and Microsoft no longer supports Office on that platform

• You need to be able to read older document formats

• You are an desktop or laptop OEM and need a replacement for Microsoft's Office Starter Edition

• You want a free office suite to provide to patrons in a library, a community center or an internet cafe

• You use Microsoft Office at work but want to have something at home you can use occasionally

• You need a replacement for Microsoft Office 2003 when it reaches End Of Life and support ends in 2014

• You are looking for an office suite that you can embed in a set-top device, a kiosk or similar appliance