LibreOffice Timeline

LibreOffice is an open-source office suite that has evolved significantly since its inception in 1985. Initially developed as Star-Writer by Marco Börries, it transitioned through various iterations, including StarOffice, which was acquired by Sun Microsystems in 1999. In 2000, Sun open-sourced StarOffice, leading to the creation of OpenOffice.org. The Document Foundation was established in 2010, resulting in the development of LibreOffice as a fork of OpenOffice.org. Over the years, LibreOffice has released numerous versions, each introducing new features and improvements, such as enhanced compatibility with Microsoft Office formats, better performance, and user interface upgrades. Notable milestones include the adoption of LibreOffice by various governmental and educational institutions, which have reported significant cost savings. The suite has continued to grow, with recent versions focusing on cloud integration, mobile compatibility, and advanced functionalities like physics-based animations and improved change tracking. LibreOffice remains a popular choice for users seeking a free and private alternative to proprietary office software.

- LibreOffice originated from Star-Writer in 1985 and evolved through several versions.

- The Document Foundation was established in 2010, leading to the development of LibreOffice.

- LibreOffice has been adopted by various institutions, resulting in significant cost savings.

- Recent versions focus on cloud integration, mobile compatibility, and advanced features.

- The suite continues to improve compatibility with Microsoft Office formats and user experience.