Corel adds Microsoft OpenXML support

Corel has created a strong support legend for Open Document Format (ODF) competitor, but has now announced that it will follow a new neutral approach in the standard battle by providing built-in support for both.

ODF, developed back by Sun, IBM and open source software. But now this standard is facing Microsoft's Open XML. Open XML is defined as the default file format for software in the software giant's Office 2007 desktop suite. There is a possibility that a large format battle will break out. Many government organizations around the world are particularly interested in open standard text formats. They can help them make sure they continue to access existing information and reduce their dependence on Microsoft Office.

Corel was one of the first members of two ODF and OASIS standards groups to be established in March: ODF Alliance and ODF Adaptation Committee. Developer Corel Paul Langille is also one of the first four authors of ODF.

Corel decided to support both ODF and Open XML a few months ago, Richard Carriever - the general performance manager of the company's office said. The company wants to catch the requirements of both consumers and government customers. Consumers will look at Corel to get component operations with Office 2007 and the government lobby for companies that support ODF.

As a small desktop service provider with 11 million users, Corel needs to be flexible. But the company has not dared to make sure it can guarantee the success of this format. The company cannot confirm whether it can compete with other formats. Up to now, it is still unknown whether this battle will win or both will coexist, Carriere. "Companies and governments haven't made a decision yet."

Corel announced a plan to support this combination when Microsoft is preparing to release Office 2007 on Thursday. T.Thu