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MS Word 2007 v. Open Office 4.11 - Stargazer


Posted: Sep 10, 2014

Is it possible to use Open Office 4.11 instead of MS Word 2007?  I have MS Word 2007 but am switching to a new computer and can download Open Office for free.  I know most companies require MS Word 2007 full version; hence, my question about Open Office's compatibility with their programs!

No, not compatible with any software that has to call Word. - Will be looking for Word specifically.

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Transcription software that uses Word will have code in it that expects to find the Word executable program, specifically.

Plus, OpenOffice is "compatible" with MS Office only in certain limited respects.

Sorry! You'll need to purchase Word.


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