Google Sheets is the spreadsheet Excel alternative, Google Slides is the PowerPoint alternative, and Google Forms adds online form creation and filling abilities. Technically “Docs” refers only to the word-processor alternative to Microsoft Word, though it’s often used as a synonym for the entire suite. With Google services being nearly ubiquitous, once again you may already have access with your Google (Gmail) account. Google Docs is the other major online alternative. Integration with Windows 10 and OneDrive is nearly seamless, and it’s perhaps the most compatible of all the alternatives. All you need is your Microsoft account, and you’re good to go. If you don’t have a paid copy of Microsoft Office installed on your machine, it directs you to the free online counterparts. Windows 10 pre-installs the Microsoft Office App.

Office Online is free to use, and since these versions are web-based, they can be used from any version of Windows, and any computer running any operating system with a compatible web browser. It includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more. It’s the online, web-based version of many of the Microsoft Office programs. Popular free Microsoft Office alternatives include:

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