WORD PROCESSINGDefinition:

A word processor (more formally known as document preparation system) is a computer application (Program) used for the production (including composition, editing, formatting, and possibly printing) of any sort of printable material.

The creation, input, editing and formatting of documents and other text using software on a computer

WORD PROCESSORSTypes of:

WORD PROCESSORSCompare:

Product Features Learning Curve

Cost

Microsoft Word

Extensive Steep Expensive

WordPerfect Extensive Steep ??

Microsoft Works

Moderate Moderate Moderate

Microsoft Word Pad

Minimal Minimal Free with Windows

WORD PROCESSORCompatibility:

Product Document Type Must the Reader have the Product?

Microsoft Word .doc Yes

WordPerfect .wpd Yes

Word Pad .txt NO!!