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AbiWord

Replace Word with this multiplatform, free alternative that covers the basics.

License Type: Free
Price: Free
Operating Systems: Windows 2000, Windows XP
File Size: 5285KB

http://www.abisource.com/download/

Tired of paying megabucks for Microsoft Office when all you need is a good, solid word processor? Then you're in luck.

If you've got straightforward word processing chores, including inserting and handling images, you'll want this freebie. It features a simple straightforward interface; you won't need to spend hours trying to wrangle your way through ribbons or multi-level menus.

What you need is right in front of you --- simple icons and menus across the top of the page, with no clutter. You'll most likely be surprised by the amount of features this free word processor packs in. For example, it handles mail merges, will insert pages numbers, date and time, and other auto text, and has some very nice tools for handling tables. Use this program enough, and you'll find that it's not just a money-saver, but a time-saver as well, because of its utter simplicity.

WordWeb Dictionary-Thesaurus

License Type: Free
Price: Free
Operating Systems: Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows 9.x, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows Vista
File Size: 7400KBKB

Author: Antony Lewis http://wordweb.info/

Use this powerful tool to quickly find definitions, synonyms, and even pronunciations.

Toss out that dog-eared dictionary and worn-out thesaurus, and use this amazingly helpful tool instead. Install WordWeb Dictionary-Thesaurus and you can instantly find definitions, synonyms--and even pronunciations--for words in any Windows program.

Just highlight the word and click the WordWeb icon in your system tray (or simply hold down Ctrl and right-click a word) to access a wealth of information that includes definition, synonyms, and spoken pronunciation--which requires sound, of course. Other results vary with the context but could include choices such as antonyms, types, and parts.

There's a dizzying array of options, including a choice of nine different types of English (for example, British English, Irish English, and American English).

Note: This free version of WordWeb comes with some restrictions; read the license agreement

http://wordweb.info/free/licence.html for details.

WordWeb Pro v. 5 ($29) adds more definitions and numerous customization options. For complete specs, go to the WordWeb site. http://wordweb.info/WhatsNew.html

Microsoft Office Viewers

License Type: Free
Price: Free
Operating Systems: Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 9.x, Windows Me, Windows XP
Author: Microsoft http://www.microsoft.com/en/us/default.aspx

View Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access files for free.

Get the most important functions of Office without all the extraneous features, and without the big bite out of your wallet. Simply download the various free Office app viewers that let you view, print, and/or play files created by PowerPoint (95 to 2002), Word (97 to 2000), Excel (2 to 2000), and Access (97 and 2000 report snapshots). You'll see all the fonts, colors, charts, and even animations. And it won't cost you a nickel.

When you click the download link, you'll be taken to Microsoft's site where you'll go to a page that says, "Microsoft Office Online File Converters and Viewers." From there, you can download the viewer you'd like.

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Template for Creating Resumes

License Type: Free
Price: Free
Operating Systems: Windows 9.x, Windows Me
Requirements: Microsoft 97 or 2000
File Size: 47KB
Author: Microsoft http://www.microsoft.com/en/us/default.aspx

Create three types of resumes with these free templates.

Writing one's resume is one of the less joyful tasks in life. Take a little pain out of the experience by using these templates, which work with Microsoft Word 97 and 2000. There are three types: elegant, contemporary, and professional. All allow you to simply input the proper information and avoid the tedious work of tabbing and centering your words.