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Is ODF more defective than OOXML?

The ISO's OpenDocument Format (ODF) is broken and needs to be mended, according to an expert who claims to have carried out tests on the standard.

May 5th, 2008 in Ecma by Peter Judge Comment Vote

Microsoft OOXML becomes an ISO standard

Microsoft's bid to make the Open XML (OOXML) file formats international standards has succeeded, barring any last-minute changes. The ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is scheduled to issue the official communique today.

April 2nd, 2008 in Standard by Martin LaMonica Comment Vote

Despite irregularities, OOXML may clear ISO vote

Early reports indicate that Microsoft's Office Open XML (OOXML) document format appears to have enough votes to be certified an ISO standard but complaints of irregularities and strong-arm tactics are rife.

March 31st, 2008 in Geneva by Martin LaMonica Comment Vote

Don't trust Microsoft's OOXML patent pledge

Prominent legal counsel the Software Freedom Law Center (SFLC) said that the legal terms covering Microsoft's Open XML document formats pose patent risk to free and open-source software developers.

March 13th, 2008 in Open Source by Martin LaMonica Comment Vote

Technocrats rubberneck Microsoft's OOXML

Microsoft's Open Office XML specifications will be scrutinised by government technocrats in Geneva this week to determine if improvements Microsoft has made to it overcome technical problems noted by ISO members last September.

February 26th, 2008 in Ecma by Martin LaMonica Comment Vote

Microsoft accuses IBM of OOXML smear campaign

Microsoft executives have accused IBM of single-handedly leading an effort to block the software giant from having its Office Open XML standard approved by the International Standards Organisation (ISO).

January 30th, 2008 in Ecma by Brett Winterford Comment Vote

Microsoft prepares for final OOXML battle

Weeks out from a crucial ISO vote in Geneva on the ratification of Microsoft's proposed Open XML standard, Microsoft is engaged in a last ditch campaign to convince the wider industry that its endeavours are in the best interests of users.

January 29th, 2008 in Ecma by Brett Winterford Comment Vote

Office Mobile update released — officially this time

Microsoft has issued an update for Office Mobile to enable compatibility with Office 2007 documents.

December 3rd, 2007 in Office 2007 by David Meyer Comment Vote

Microsoft OOXML 'standards' proposal thrown out

Microsoft has failed in its initial effort to fast-track the Office Open XML (OOXML) document file format as an international standard — but it will have another chance in early 2008.

September 5th, 2007 in Ecma by Martin LaMonica Comment Vote

Brazil votes against Microsoft OOXML 'standard'

The bid to fast track Office Open XML as an ISO-certified standard has received a setback, with ISO member Brazil casting a 'No' vote.

August 27th, 2007 in Brazil by Tom Espiner Comment Vote

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