LibreOffice is a free office suite from The Document Foundation for Windows, macOS and Linux. It includes Writer (word processing), Calc (spreadsheets), Impress (presentations) and Draw (drawings), among others. The source code is licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0; using it costs nothing, also in companies.
Install
- Open libreoffice.org and choose Download. The page suggests the right version for your system.
- Download the installer and run it. The default settings suit most users.
- Optional: download the help in your language from the same page.
Download LibreOffice only from the official site. Download portals often bundle installers with advertising or additional programs.
Which version?
The download page offers two branches: the latest version with all new features and an older version that is maintained for longer. For work computers without special requirements, the longer-maintained version is the calmer choice.
When Microsoft Office fits better
LibreOffice opens and saves Word, Excel and PowerPoint files. With complex templates, macros, or when your employer, school or clients require Microsoft Office, differences can occur. In that case an Office license is the safe choice – our support advises you which edition is enough.
Sources
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