Note: OpenOffice is free, open sourced, & in the Microsoft store.
Microsoft pulls the plug on WordPad – these are the alternative text editors we recommend https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/microsoft-pulls-the-plug-on-wordpad-these-are-the-alternative-text-editors-we-recommend/ar-AA1gek07
@SFAstroStone
Libreoffice vs OpenOffice
https://www.techradar.com/news/libreoffice-vs-openoffice
@SFAstroStone
This was just published today if you're interested in learning a bit more about LibreOffice
LibreOffice: Stability, security, and continued development
https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2023/09/07/libreoffice-security-development/
@snyde21 It's not bad, but as a long time user of MS Office, I couldn't open any of my files, so spent the $129 to have office installed, permanently. Tried 365 and my god the ads and crap. Same with windows 11. Too much crap.
@Gardenthymeherbs
I can understand that. I haven't had any issues opening my old MS Office files in LibreOffice, but there are some features I've had to hunt for in the settings/menus. As with anything new, it takes some getting used to. I think most of us are more used to MS because that's what most offices use so it's easier to use it at home too. There are options if you're looking to cut ties with MS though (Linux, Open or LibreOffice, etc.)