[users] Newbie question

[willem kolver]

Dear OOOfficer,
I am an old dog compelled to learn new tricks in an effort to survive.
>From my questions you will see how ignorant I am regarding IT.
While experiencing many problems with MS products, Adobe upgrades,
2007, Firefox -  etc. I wish to totally divorce from Windows & MS !!
Do I need Windows XP (which I presently use with Offixe XP) to
operate OO?
Is OO just a alternative to MS Office?
Pls advise.
Thanking you kindly.
willem kolver
Trauma Society of SA
Cape Town
RSA