Where/how can I purchase MS Word 2003?

Question

I recently purchased a Laptop and it has Microsoft Word 2007. I really don't like it as it is too complicated. Does anyone know from where I download for free Microsoft Word 2003, because my laptop doesn't has a CD drive?

Thanks

Answer 1

You can't because Word 2003 is discontinued; however, http://openoffice.org is nearly identical to Office 2003, and is compatible with all versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power point (including 2007). It's a free download.



Also, Word 2007 isn't as complicated as it first looks. Typically, the ribbon's tabs parallel the menus that it used to have.

Answer 2

Hi there,



Microsoft Word 2003 is not free but you can download and install three good substitutes:



1. Abiword http://www.abisource.com/ just as good as word but also can export in PDF format too.



2. Jarte http://www.jarte.com/ another good word processor ...based upon wordpad but more features.



3. Open Office http://www.openoffice.org/ a very good office suite very much like MS Office but free open source applications.



Since you already have Word 2007 I would suggest you use it and become familiar with it.

If you get a job in an office they will probably be using word 2007 (or word 2010) and already knowing how will be a big help. Become proficient in Excel also it's a great program and many offices use it. Powerpoint is another program that is almost universal. You will be far ahead of most job applicants.



Hope this helps,

Al

Answer 3

Well MS Word 2007 is not actually difficult it'll become more easy once you start using it..

Actually after using it for a week you'll start hating older versions.

Since time changes I suggest you should learn to use /adapt with changing trends.



Anyway there is no legal way to download MS Word for free.

I don't think you'll find place to buy old softwares on net.Try some online shopping sites.

Or probably borrow a copy from someone who is not using 2003 & has a CD.Ask him to transfer it to a Pendrive & you could install it,

Answer 4

Doesn't the laptop come with software to allow you to connect to another PC to install things using it's disc drive? Netbooks have these.

You simply run the software after the 2 computers are connected, and install thing that way. It simply bridges the drive.



Open office is mostly compatable. However, it has a lot of trouble with Word macro fillable documents. It involves a tendious conversion process that is not very accurate.

Answer 5

If you want Office free, you can get their latest version at the Official Office website!