This obscure Microsoft Word feature makes proofreading documents easy

The feature does exactly as you’d expect: it reads the selected text aloud. Just highlight the text you want it to read, ...
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I don't use Word or Docs anymore—this open-source writing app beats both of them

LibreOffice Writer gives me everything I need from Word and Docs without subscriptions, accounts, or cloud lock-in.
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Why you should always use non-printing characters in Microsoft Word

Understand your document's building blocks.
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Using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Free – It's Possible and Perfectly Legal

There is no need to resort to dubious methods to get the famous Microsoft Office applications for free. There is a completely legal way to use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint without spending a cent.