"I've been using open-source software for a very long time. In fact, the last time I didn't use open-source software, Bill Clinton was president of the US. Open-source software is available for nearly every operating system on the market, from desktops to phones, and I often find open-source apps are superior to their proprietary counterparts. If you're a Windows user, you don't have to remain locked into closed-source software, because there are so many alternatives from which you can choose."
"LibreOffice includes all the tools you're used to in an office suite and even includes a database component (similar to MS Access). And with a customizable user interface, you can work with a modern UI or one that recalls the days of yore. LibreOffice is installed locally, so you don't have to worry about a third-party cloud service accessing your information. You can set LibreOffice to automatically save in the MS Office default formats, so collaborating with those using Microsoft's tool is a no-brainer."
Open-source software offers free alternatives for nearly every Windows task, including office productivity, application launchers, backups, and cloud services. LibreOffice provides a full office suite with a database component, customizable interface, local installation for privacy, and compatibility with MS Office formats for easy collaboration. Flow Launcher offers a lightweight, free launcher for Windows. Duplicati provides free personal backup capabilities. Nextcloud enables a self-hosted cloud alternative to Google or Microsoft for users concerned about data being used to train large language models. Many open-source apps are mature and can replace proprietary tools.
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