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Word's Comments Feature
In part one of the tutorial on document collaboration and review, we'll focus on the comments feature. It allows you to insert comments on specific portions of a document without incorporating the comment into the body of the document. While it is particularly handy for email collaborations, it can also come in handy for single users who simply want to insert notes and reminders in their documents.

Customizing Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word is a powerful program. So you might find yourself struggling to find options and commands. This can hamper productivity and slow you down. Fortunately, you can customize Microsoft Word. By customizing Word, you'll be able to work more efficiently--and you'll avoid a lot of frustration! Learn more about customizing Word.

Keeping Documents Organized With Document Properties
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Creating Blog Posts in Word 2007
One of the new features in Word 2007 is the ability to publish directly to a blog. You can use Microsoft Word to publish to popular blog services such as Blogger and Windows Live Spaces. You can also specify other blogging services, if you need. This article will give you a quick run down on creating blog posts with Microsoft Word.

Should You Upgrade to Office 2007?
Every few years, Microsoft upgrades Office. And many people are left with the dilemma of whether or not to upgrade their version of Office. Most of the time, the upgrade is simply a matter of preference. But with Office 2007, the reasons to upgrade are more compelling. Find out more.

Find Out About the Various Microsoft Office 2007 Editions
Microsoft frequently releases different versions of its popular Office suite. Microsoft Office 2007 is no different. However, this time around, Microsoft has more versions of the suite than ever. To decide which is right for you, see what is in each version.

Opening and Creating Word 2007 Files in Earlier Versions of Word
Microsoft Office 2007 uses different file formats from previous versions of Office. This means files created in Word 2007 (or other Office 2007 applications) are not compatible with earlier versions of Word (or Office applications). But, Microsoft has released a compatibility pack to help with the transition. Find out how you can get it.

Preview Microsoft Word 2007
Microsoft will release Office 2007 early next year. The popular office suite will feature a new look. But more importantly, files will be saved in a different format than Office 2003. If you want to get a jump start on Word 2007 or just get a glimpse of the new look, you can. Click here to learn more.

Inserting and Creating AutoText in Microsoft Word
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Track Changes Made to Word Documents
When collaborating on a document, it is often valuable to track changes you or other users make to the document. Find out how Word’s Track Changes feature can make document collaboration easier for you.

The Components of the Microsoft Word Window
Your first step to becoming an expert in Word is to learn the different elements of the Word window. These tutorials will explain the different parts of the Word window. They’ll also help you get a grip on customizing the Word window.

Guide to Document Views
If you've ever wondered why certain elements of your Word document seem to disappear, then maybe this guide to document views will help you solve your problem. Find out what you can or can't see in the different document views available in Word.

14 Essential Tips for Getting the Most out of Mail Merge
Mail merge is one of the most convenient features in Word. These 14 tips and tutorials are will help beginners to mail merge and experienced users alike.

Working With Tables in Microsoft Word
Aligning text in a word processing document can be tedious if you try to do it using tabs and spaces. Fortunately, Word allows you to insert tables in your document. A table will help you align columns and rows of text with ease. For more on working with tables in Word, read these tips!

6 Ways to Keep Your Documents Organized in Word
If you spend more time trying to find your Word documents than you do working on them, then this article is a must. These tips will show you how to get your hard drive under control.

Inserting a Caption in a Word Document
Adding a caption in your document makes it easier for readers to understand your tables or pictures. It also makes it easier for you to refer to the objects. Word makes inserting a caption easy. Word will even automatically update the numbering of the captions.

Working With Word's Endnotes Feature
When you're working on an academic paper, it is important to cite your references correctly. Word's endnotes feature makes inserting references easy. Plus, it helps you avoid introducing errors in your citations during the editing process.

Inserting Footnotes in a Word Document
When you’re working on an academic paper, it is important to cite your references. Adding footnotes in Word is quite easy. Word automates the process so the numbering is always correct. Plus, if you make changes to the document, you don’t need to worry about the placement of the footnotes.

Using Word's Search Feature to Search for Files
Windows doesn't have very powerful search abilities. Fortunately, Word has a search feature that compensates for this. It's easy to use, and best of all, it searches more than just Word files.

Inserting Columns
Formatting your document with columns can create a professional look. Plus, if you're working on a brochure, columns are a necessity. Find out all you need to know about working with columns in Word. It's easy!

Beginner's Guide to Entering and Editing Text in Word
If you're new to Word, this is a must read. This quick article will show you the basics of entering and editing text in Word and will spare you some of the frustrations many new users experience.

Tips for Naming Your Word Files
Most people don't put too much thought into what they name their documents. Unfortunately, this can make it more difficult to find your documents when you need them. If you want to take control of your document organization, these tips are a great place to get started.