What is the difference between these different word processors and how do I decide which ones to use?
Kingsoft (FREE)
PROS:
- looks and feels the most like MS Office
- Contains a "presentation" piece, so you can view / edit / create "powerpoint"
CONS:
- can not double space
Google Docs / Drive (FREE)
PROS:
- GREAT Collaboration for small groups / classes
- Very full/robust product suite
- Easy to use
CONS:
- No presentation
- Hard to upload to turnitin.com (have to save somewhere else first)
- Hard to organize files for long term storage
- Does not keep file formatting when interfacing with MS Word
DOCS TO GO (FREE)
PROS:
- Can create a document in MLA Formatting
- Has been around and free for a long time (many "quirks" have been worked out)
- can upload easily to turnitin.com
CONS:
- Hard to get used to using, not user friendly at first
