Opening Word documents in MS Works

[jazzyjane]

I have been having problems opening Word documents in MS Works.

I do not have any version of Word on my computer.

Any advise for me will be welcome.

Thanks.

[smurfy]

Hi there and welcome to Cyber Tech Help.

Works word processor doesn't natively support the latest Word .doc formats.
You have a few options...
1) - Re-Save the files using Word in a Works compatible format (only practical if you have access to Word elsewhere)
2) - Use Microsoft's free Word Viewer - you will be unable to edit the files.
3) - Install the free Office suite OpenOffice.org - You will be able to open and use virtually any office file, not just Word.

[jazzyjane]

Thanks Smurfy. I'm going to try the free Office Suite download you suggested.

Appreciated your help.