I am a BIG fan of open source software. As an avid (albeit armature) programmer I thrive on the idea of software for the public at no charge. A few years ago I came across a great office suit that rivals – indeed surpasses in my opinion – the Microsoft Office Suit. It is all I use on my laptop for law school. If you would like a copy of one of the greatest and FREE office suites around consider giving Open Office a try. You will be glad you did.