Google Docs - Free Online & Offline Office!

Google Docs is a powerful online suite of office tools including a word processor, spreadsheet editor, and a presentation builder. This is one of the best free office suites available anywhere, and it integrates well with Gmail. Not too many people know this, but you can launch these tools from the 'Documents' link in the top menu of your Gmail account. Google Docs is compatible with major document and presentation formats including .doc, .xls, .ppt, as well as open-source formats that can be used with Open Office. One of the best new features is the ability to easily create click-through presentations that can be embedded in web pages and blogs complete with a simple player. This can be used to create e-cards for your Mom's birthday or a presentation for your boss. You really will want to check it out. To give the presentations tool a try, just navigate to NEW >> PRESENTATION and begin having fun!

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