Ever since i started to use [...] I have enjoyed it. I like the diversified approach that is used. Not only that it is open source, and open document format, but also that it has a lot of features that Microsoft Word does not include, or do not have to offer.
One of the unique features is that you can import Word, Word Pro [Lotus SmartSuite], and even WordPerfect files and they are automatically recognized. In most cases the export side works well also. This manual is well written, for both the newbie to OpenOffice and to the experienced person who has used other word processing programs.