LibreOffice 24.8 Released

LibreOffice 24.8 has been released, offering numerous new features and interoperability improvements for users across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. This version marks the second major release under a new calendar-based numbering scheme and introduces an official package for Windows ARM processors. LibreOffice emphasizes user privacy, allowing users to control the sharing of personal information within documents. The suite includes a robust set of features comparable to leading office software, with a focus on open standards like Open Document Format and Microsoft OOXML. Key enhancements in this release include new functions in Calc, improved accessibility features, and better performance in Impress and Draw. The update also introduces a new mode for password-based ODF encryption and faster handling of PPTX files with custom shapes. LibreOffice 24.8 is supported by a diverse group of contributors, including developers from various organizations and individual volunteers, and is available in 120 languages. The Document Foundation encourages enterprises to consider the LibreOffice Enterprise family for deployment, which includes additional features and support. Users can download LibreOffice 24.8 from the official site, with options for those preferring a more stable version available as well.

- LibreOffice 24.8 emphasizes user privacy and control over document sharing.

- New features include enhanced functions in Calc and improved accessibility.

- The release supports a wide range of languages, making it accessible to billions.

- Enterprises are encouraged to use the LibreOffice Enterprise family for added support.

- The update is available for multiple operating systems, including ARM-based Windows.