Download Word for Free

Microsoft Word is a word processing software that allows you to create and save any type of document. Licensed by Microsoft, the software is usually included in Microsoft Office Suite, which also includes desktop applications Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint. However this software can come at a high price. Fortunately there are a number of free alternatives. This article will walk you through the best free word processors.

Try or Download the Full Version of Microsoft Word for Free

If you have purchased the software in a store or online, you simply have to enter your product key after reinstalling the program to gain access to its functions. Otherwise, you must use your computer's partitions or the restore option, available either via CD/DVD or directly on the computer. Doing so will give you access to the full version of the Word as well as the Word web app on OneDrive.

However, you may also download a trial version online. To earn access to them, all you need to do is enter your Microsoft or Outlook login information. You can choose between trying the Home and Students, Professional, and Small Business versions.

Use Office Online (Word Web App) for Free on OneDrive

If you would like to avoid downloading a trial or paid version of Word, you can always use the software online. Using OneDrive, which you can access using your Microsoft or Outlook login information, you can benefit from limited Word features, as well as those of Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote.

Open .DOC Files Without Microsoft Word

If you'd like to read a file in Word format (.doc), we recommend using the Word Viewer tool. This Microsoft application can be used to open and print Word files, though it does not allow you to make any modifications.

Alternatives to Microsoft Word

Here is a list of some free alternatives to Microsoft Word.

OpenOffice.org

OpenOffice is the main open source alternative to Microsoft Office. This open source application is free to use and is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux systems.

Ability Write

The Ability Office Suite comes with a number of components, including Write, Spreadsheet, Database, Photopaint, Presentation, and Photoalbum. You may choose to install all components or select from the available applications. Ability Office Suite is compatible with Windows and is available as a trial.

AbiWord

AbiWord is an easy and free word processing software that is compatible on Linux and Windows operating systems.

Calligra

Calligra is an integrated office suite that includes the word processing application Calligra Words. This free application has a user-friendly environment and is very easy to use.

Jarte Word Processor

Jarte is a powerful word processor that is completely free to use, and is compatible with Windows operating systems.

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