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Open XML Translator for Microsoft Word Available
narramissic writes "The first phase of a Microsoft-funded project to create software that can convert Microsoft Word documents between Open XML and Open Document Format (ODF) has been completed. As a result, the Open XML Translator is now available for download in version 1.0 from SourceForge.net. A ComputerWorld article details the history of the project, discussing the work of companies like CleverAge and AztecSoft, as well as community efforts to bring this project to realization."
Please no clippy, please no clippy...
"It looks like you're trying to convert to a non-Microsoft proprietary format. I can't let you do that, Dave"
Tell me something...it's still "We, the people"... right?
The first phase of a Microsoft-funded project to create software that can convert Microsoft Word documents between Open XML and Open Document Format (ODF) has been completed.
Unfortunately, when you run it, it starts off with, "Hi! It looks like you're trying to convert a Microsoft Word Document! Would you like some help?"
The theory of relativity doesn't work right in Arkansas.
I just tried to use it, and here's what I got:
This is not a winning document. Better luck next time.
Insisting on "correct" English is like saying that there is only one, definitive recipe for chili.
CIO = "What is this 'ribbon' thing I keep hearing about?"
IT Admin = "Boss, we dont need the ribbon, its just Microsoft hype."
CIO = "Have you seen the ribbon? Bring me the ribbon!"
IT Admin = "Khaaaaaaaannnnn!"
I can't wait to see what Vista does with this. "Premium content detected, doc files are proprietary content I have notified Microsoft about your attempt to circumvent the DMCA. Please stay where you are and make no sudden moves".