KWord

KWord is a Linux alternative to Microsoft Office Word on Windows.

Considering a switch? KWord is one of 4 Office programs on Linux Alternative.com mapped specifically to Microsoft Office Word users, and community votes below reflect how it compares to the others.

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KWord was the word processor of the KOffice suite, a predecessor to Calligra Words. Read more

Category: Office Platform: Linux

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3 other Linux alternatives to Microsoft Office Word

OpenOffice.org Writer

OpenOffice. org Writer is the suite's free word processing application

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AbiWord

AbiWord is a free, lightweight word processor for Linux, Windows and Mac.

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LibreOffice Writer

LibreOffice Writer is LibreOffice's free word processing application.

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Frequently asked questions

Is KWord free?

Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check KWord's own download page for exact licensing terms.

Does KWord run on Windows too?

Many Linux applications, including some in the Office category, also have Windows builds. Check the download link above to see what platforms KWord supports.

What are other alternatives to Microsoft Office Word besides KWord?

There are 3 other Linux alternatives to Microsoft Office Word listed on this page, ranked by community votes.