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Ability Office 2002 review

5.5

Editors' Rating

Average

8.0

Members' Rating

Excellent

Typical price:£ 69

Verdict

Ability just doesn't have enough abilities. This low-cost suite is a bargain only if you require an inexpensive Microsoft Access-compatible database... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Well-integrated word processor and spreadsheet
  • Fast turnaround for email support
  • Database opens native Access files.

Cons

  • Slow word processor
  • Spreadsheet doesn't open all Excel files
  • Poor HTML conversion skills.

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Member Opinion

8.0

Average Member Rating

Excellent

1 Member has reviewed this product

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James Pelesky

James Pelesky

Great start for VBscript Object Oriented Prg.

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8.0

Excellent


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