As someone who has been using Linux for more than 12 years, I’ve often come across the same question: “Can I replace Microsoft Office with open-source alternatives on Linux?”
My answer has always been simple: Yes, you can, and I do it every single day.
Over the years, I’ve relied on tools like LibreOffice, ONLYOFFICE, and other open-source office suites instead of Microsoft Office, and here’s why I believe they are not just alternatives but, in many ways, better suited for Linux users.
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