INTRODUCTION TO WORD PROCESSING [MS WORD]

WHAT IS MEANT BY WORD PROCESSING?

Word Processing refers to the act of using a computer to create, edit, save and print documents.

What is meant by Word Processors ?

Word processor refers to software that enables the user to create, edit, format and print text documents.

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Word processing applications are computer programs that are used for of creating, saving, editing, formatting and printing text documents.

NOTE:

In addition to typing text, the word processor allows you to add content such as pictures, tables, and charts to your documents as well as decorative items including borders.

EXAMPLES OF DOCUMENTS WHICH CAN BE CREATED BY WORD PROCESSORS

1. Reports
2. Letters
3. Memos
4. Newsletters
5. Brochures.

1O EXAMPLES OF WORD PROCESSORS

1. Microsoft Office word
2. Word pad
3. Google docs
4. Lotus word Pro
5. Corel word perfect
6. Apple Pages
7. OpenOffice.org Writer
8. LibreOffice Writer
9. KWord
10. Kingsoft Writer

10 ADVANTANGES OF USING ELECTRONIC WORD PROCESSORS OVER  TYPEWRITER.

1. Electronic word processor provides spelling and grammar check whereas a Type writer cannot help in spell checking.
2. When using word processors it is very easy to insert pictures, tables and charts while it is not easy when using a type writer.
3. Word processors allows user to save data / information on a storage device like flash Disk , Compact disc for future use which is not possible when using a Type Writer.
4. When using electronic word processors documents can be modified or Edited at any time even when one is done with typing the entire document which is not easy with a type writer.
5. Electronic Word  processor allow file protection features like use of passwords which is not possible in a type writer.
6. Word processors do not waste paper as documents can be kept and shared in soft copy rather than type writers which waste paper
7. Word processors have superior formatting features which include the font, font size, color, alignment, spacing, margins,etc that make a document more appealing (attractive or interesting) to the reader .
8. Word processors are easier to use due to automated features such as Word-wrap, autocorrect and auto complete, find and replace features which are not found in type writers.
9. When Using word Processors, The user can produce multiple copies more easily when priniting.
10. When using electronic word procesorss documents can be shared easily with other people , for example when using email or whatsapp which is not possible when using Typewriter.

Conclusion

However much many people these days prefer to use electronic word processors like Microsoft Office word , it should be noted that type writers also have advantages which include the  following;

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1. When using a type writer You Don’t Have To Download Updates as compared to electronic word proccesors.
2. When one is uses a type writer his / her work is not exposed to hackers as compared to Electronic word processors where personal computers can be hacked.
3.   Type Writers don’t Require Electricity as compare to electronic word processors.
4. Type Writers are not affected by computer virus as compared to word proccesors where virus can even lead to loss of files.