Alternative applications, like Google Docs, are on the scene, forcing Microsoft to offer Word for free just to compete. This has left the door open for Google Docs and other word processors and document editors to offer their subpar services for free, which is an extremely compelling offer considering Word and Docs are somewhat similar on the surface.Īs previously mentioned, Microsoft Word has more competition than ever, especially beyond the paywall. The most upsetting thing about Word is that it's been hidden behind a paywall for most of the past 30 years.
