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    While StarOffice is suitable for students and home users, its poor Microsoft compatibility limits its business uses.

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    Sun Microsystems is set to offer a test release of a new version of the software package, one of the company's most visible efforts to erode Microsoft's dominance over PC computing.

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    The next version of Microsoft's Office software will run only on the latest releases of the company's operating systems, leaving older OS users in the dark.

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    Looking for an alternative to Microsoft Office? Our reviews round-up gives you the details of several popular options.

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