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The latest version of the open source alternative to Microsoft's Office suite has been released. Open Office 3.1 includes several improvements, including changes to the way files can be locked and unlocked, use of master reset passwords as well as other general bug fixes. The software claims better screen appearance, easier …

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  1. Anonymous Coward
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    64 bit

    But they won't release a 64 bit version for Windows / Vista because, apparently, of the need to upgrade compliers.

    So the next version of MS Office will be 64 bit and Open Office won't :(

    Yes, I know it can run in 32 bit emulation mode, but why have a 64 bit processor, 64 bit O/S and 6Gb of ram to run 32 bit apps in a slower fashion ?

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  2. Chris
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    'world processor' [sic]

    I didn't realise openoffice had expanded its scope to <voice type="bad guy" volume="high" echo="some">Taking over the world</voice>!

    Yes, I know, too much mark-up coding for me today...

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