Which word processor?

I have been using Microsoft Word, 2003. I am very seriously considering migrating to a different word processor because I randomly get an error that shuts the program down- without saving. It claims there is a C++ Runtime error and I lose all my work.

I am completely frustrated, and am looking for alternatives. This error is rare, but when it does hit, I end up losing time and money.

What word processor do you use?

 

I use Word on a Mac. Over the years I've never had a problem.

Before I migrated to Macs, I used Word on windows.

If it's giving you a problem, try notepad. Another option might by Open Office (think that's what it's called--been ages).

Another option would be to hit the save button frequently. I actually do this out of habit. I open a new doc, save it and then start writing. With each paragraph I either hit the save button on my keyboard or hit CMD-s.

 

I almost figured out the problem. It is a conflict with Word macros and Symantec's Mcafee software.

Right now I have all the macros disabled and haven't seen the error since. All the microsoft-approved fixes didn't work for me. Some saw solution by contacting Symantec, but I don't have the patience to talk to outsourced telecommunications labor.

Open Office is right. If it starts to give me any more troubles, or I do need a macro, that is what I'm migrating too

Glad you've had a good standing history with it.

 

You try Google Docs. It will save your documentat automatica.

 

Sounds interesting, I'll check it out.

Thanks for the tip.

 

I am using word 2007 and yes.. it rocks!

 

i prefer google docs...everything is saved automatically and available anywhere with internet

 

I use Word 2007 at home and the use Google Docs out and about because you can access all of your documents anywhere in the World

 

What about privacy with google docs ?

Any norton (symantec) is a f'kin piece of s/w to have...drop it...you'll be happy.

 

Will Its not like Im going to put documents with my credit card details on Google Docs

 

Well, I use abiword. I think it is very nice.

http://abiword.com/ (as well as free)

 

Guys, get yourselves xMailWrite! It is like a notepad on steroids. It has a really nice layout and very useful tools.

 

You might also wanna try edit plus!

 

I use Word 2007, no problems so far.

 

The problem I am encountering is not present in word 2007. Maybe I'll consider an upgrade.

And google docs isn't private? I looked into it and it looks very nice.

As for symantec, I like them. What are my alternatives?

 

Open Office is an alternative.
openoffice.org

 

If you're using Norton's anti-virus, switch to AVG. It's free and I've never had a problem with it.

If you're using Norton's firewall, switch to ZoneAlarm. It's also free.

 

I normally use Word 2007 at home and Google Docs anywhere outside Sometimes I get some error messages while using Word but it is very rare.
As for the security in Google's Docs use - it is all about the web, security is never enough but so far I haven't published any confidential information so nothing to worry about really

 

word 2007 is good i agree tiggi..but the thing is i cant open my doc files made in 2007 word in 2003 word...

so i am using word 2003..it works fine for me with no issues..

 

Isn't it more than a simple text editor? If I'm not mistaken Edit Plus offers some features for Web page authors?