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自动选题[tech]: 20201014 LibreOffice Wants Apache to Drop the Ailing OpenOffice and Support LibreOffice Instead

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+[#]: subject: (LibreOffice Wants Apache to Drop the Ailing OpenOffice and Support LibreOffice Instead)
+[#]: via: (https://itsfoss.com/libreoffice-letter-openoffice/)
+[#]: author: (Ankush Das https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/)
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+LibreOffice Wants Apache to Drop the Ailing OpenOffice and Support LibreOffice Instead
+======
+
+It is a no-brainer that Apache OpenOffice is still a relevant recommendation when we think about [open source alternatives to Microsoft Office][1] for Linux users. However, for the past several years, the development of OpenOffice is pretty much stale.
+
+Of course, it is not a shocker, considering Abhishek wrote about the [possibility of Apache OpenOffice shutting down][2] back in 2016.
+
+Now, in an [open letter from The Document Foundation][3], they appeal Apache OpenOffice to recommend users to start using better alternatives like LibreOffice. In this article, I shall mention some highlights from the blog post by The Document Foundation and what it means to Apache OpenOffice.
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+![][4]
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+### Apache OpenOffice is History, LibreOffice is the Future?
+
+Even though I didn’t use OpenOffice back in the day, it is safe to say that it is definitely not a modern open-source alternative to Microsoft Office. Not anymore, at least.
+
+Yes, Apache OpenOffice is still something important for legacy users and was a great alternative a few years back.
+
+Here’s the timeline of major releases for OpenOffice and LibreOffice:
+
+![][5]
+
+Now that there’s no significant development taking place for OpenOffice, what’s the future of Apache OpenOffice? A fairly active project with no major releases by the largest open source foundation?
+
+It does not sound promising and that is exactly what The Document Foundation highlights in their open letter:
+
+> OpenOffice(.org) – the “father project” of LibreOffice – was a great office suite, and changed the world. It has a fascinating history, but **since 2014, Apache OpenOffice (its current home) hasn’t had a single major release**. That’s right – no significant new features or major updates have arrived in over six years. Very few minor releases have been made, and there have been issues with timely security updates too.
+
+For an average user, if they don’t know about [LibreOffice][6], I would definitely want them to know. But, should the Apache Foundation suggest OpenOffice users to try LibreOffice to experience a better or advanced office suite?
+
+I don’t know, maybe yes, or no?
+
+> …many users don’t know that LibreOffice exists. The OpenOffice brand is still so strong, even though the software hasn’t had a significant release for over six years, and is barely being developed or supported
+
+As mentioned in the open letter, The Document Foundation highlights the advantages/improvements of LibreOffice over OpenOffice and appeals to Apache OpenOffice that they start recommending their users to try something better (i.e. LibreOffice):
+
+> We appeal to Apache OpenOffice to do the right thing. Our goal should be to **get powerful, up-to-date and well-maintained productivity tools into the hands of as many people as possible**. Let’s work together on that!
+
+### What Should Apache OpenOffice Do?
+
+If OpenOffice does the work, users may not need the effort to look for alternatives. So, is it a good idea to call out another project about their slow development and suggest them to embrace the future tools and recommend them instead?
+
+In an argument, one might say it is only fair to promote your competition if you’re done and have no interest in improving OpenOffice. And, there’s nothing wrong in that, the open-source community should always work together to ensure that new users get the best options available.
+
+On another side, one might say that The Document Foundation is frustrated about OpenOffice still being something relevant in 2020, even without any significant improvements.
+
+I won’t judge, but I think these conflicting thoughts come to my mind when I take a look at the open letter.
+
+### Do you think it is time to put OpenOffice to rest and rely on LibreOffice?
+
+Even though LibreOffice seems to be a superior choice and definitely deserves the limelight, what do you think should be done? Should Apache discontinue OpenOffice and redirect users to LibreOffice?
+
+Your opinion is welcome.
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+via: https://itsfoss.com/libreoffice-letter-openoffice/
+
+作者：[Ankush Das][a]
+选题：[lujun9972][b]
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+[a]: https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/
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+[1]: https://itsfoss.com/best-free-open-source-alternatives-microsoft-office/
+[2]: https://itsfoss.com/openoffice-shutdown/
+[3]: https://blog.documentfoundation.org/blog/2020/10/12/open-letter-to-apache-openoffice/
+[4]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/libre-office-open-office.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1
+[5]: https://i1.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/libre-office-open-office-derivatives.jpg?resize=800%2C166&ssl=1
+[6]: https://itsfoss.com/libreoffice-tips/