NoOp wrote:
On 07/17/2007 07:34 PM, Frank Cox wrote:
On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:04:38 -0700 NoOp wrote:
Why are you and Frank Cox automagically sending this potential user
off to Scribus before you even know what she is using Publisher
for?
Because, in many (most) cases, it is the best tool for the job.
Without even finding out why?
<quote>
*I am considering using Open Office*
</quote>
OpenOffice Write is a word processor. Scribus is a desktop
publishing program. Two different programs for two different jobs.
And Publisher is nothing more than a quasi-DTP that attempts to make up
for MS Office's lack of frame and style ability. Ever try to import a
Publisher file into Word?
Do both of you sincerely believe that you can't do a newsletter,
tri-fold brochure, flyer, or similar in OOo?
You can, but it's easier to do it with Scribus. Again, the best tool
for the job.
What job? Neither of you bothered to find out just what the 'job' is
before sending her off to Scribus.
You can pound nails with a screwdriver, too, but I would recommend
that you get a hammer for that.
And I'd definitely recommend Scribus for a proper DTP requirement. I use
it, I like it, and I highly recommend it. However, nobody knows what
Linda currently uses Publisher for, so how can you recommend a hammer if
she really may need a screwdriver afterall?
Okay, so we have several possible answers:
1. Based upon the particular needs, a person may find that OpenOffice
actually has the tools that you need for the job. In that case, it
might be prudent to write up a Publisher-to-OO guide to help them make
the translation.
2. If they really do need a full-featured DTP, Scribus might be one
possible answer.
3. I know this might be heresy, but they may consider sticking with
Publisher if it does what they want and they don't have any problems
with the program. I know it may shock some to tell them that a person
doesn't have to completely abandon Microsoft Office when Open Office
doesn't have an equivalent, but maybe we should be showing them how to
integrate OO with Publisher where they can.
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