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This is a free, online textbook offered by the Global Text Project at University of Georgia. "The original purpose of a word processor was to produce simple printed documents such as business correspondence and small reports. Nowadays word processors (and printers) are used for all but the most demanding typesetting jobs including stunning full-colour productions and electronic publications. The following are just some of the advantages of word processing instead handwriting or typing. • Easy editing and re-use of (parts of) previously created documents. • Advanced graphic capabilities e.g. use of clip-art, drawings, pictures and “word art”. • Assistance of electronic dictionaries, thesauruses and grammar checkers. • Attractive layout elements are easily incorporated e.g. different fonts, borders, and watermarks. • Automation of error-prone routines such as page numbering or constructing a table of contents."