Office does get expensive if you want to use it on multiple computers. The subscription extends to Mac computers, too. The costs for Apple's programs also add up with multiple devices, but not as much. Apple hasn't announced pricing yet for the iCloud version, so stay tuned if you need to use it on Windows or Android devices. When you use the programs with Microsoft's SkyDrive, Google's Drive and Apple's iCloud storage services, changes you make on one computer will appear on another.
You no longer have to e-mail files to yourself or carry USB drives, and you no longer have to worry about which copy is the latest. I use Google Docs regularly for lightweight tasks, such as keeping my list of things to do.
What I like most about Google Docs is the ability to have multiple copies open. If you make changes on two devices simultaneously, Google will figure it out and keep all copies synced within seconds. The Apple package is headed in that direction with the iCloud edition. The updates are fast. With the stand-alone iWork software for computers and mobile devices, you can work with multiple copies if you wait a few seconds before switching. Otherwise, you'll be prompted to choose one set of changes and discard the other.
Office allows simultaneous editing through SkyDrive, but updates aren't automatic. I need to click on "updates available" on the bottom right to get the changes. Winner: Google Docs if you don't need a lot of advance features, Office if you do. If you're in an all-Apple environment and won't need to share files with others, go for the cheaper iWork package. Google Docs shines when it comes to sharing documents.
You can make a document available to anyone with a special Web link you give out, or you can give permission to specific users you list. For the latter, they'll need to have or get a Google account.
You can specify whether recipients can only view documents, make comments or fully edit them. It's great for documents you frequently share. Apr 7, PM. Apr 16, AM. Question: Q: Can IWork 08' be installed in 2 computers if needed be?
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